Community Health Nutritionist

About the role

Under the direction of the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program Manager, the Community Health Nutritionist 1 provides nutritional assessment and counseling and determines program eligibility for the Milwaukee Health Department’s (MHD) WIC participants.

Responsibilities

• WIC Certification and Client Services
  • Complete the WIC certification process, including performing nutritional and breastfeeding assessment using motivational interviewing and person-centered counseling; anthropometric measurement, hemoglobin and lead testing; immunization assessment; and referral to health care providers and community agencies.
  • Monitor participant follow-up and modify plan of care.
  • Determine WIC eligibility by identifying risk factors; issue WIC benefits.
  • Complete required documentation in the WIC Medical Information System (ROSIE), as outlined in the Wisconsin WIC Operations Manual.
• Nutrition Education and Referrals
  • In conjunction with the Health Project Supervisor, assist in nutrition and breastfeeding work plans and other grant-related initiatives.
  • Serve as the nutrition resource for WIC staff, public health staff, dietetic students, and the community.
  • Follow the guidelines according to the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and similar standards set forth by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Administrative
  • Implement and comply with WIC federal, state, and project regulations and policies in operations and systems manuals.
  • Assist the Health Project Supervisor with WIC nutrition staff team meetings to ensure continuous quality improvement and excellent customer service.
  • Complete all agency and State-required training.
  • Assure outreach to underserved segments of the community.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)-approved dietetic technician program OR a bachelor’s degree in nutritional sciences, dietetics, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration as a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Note: Candidates who possess a related bachelor’s degree as described above are not required to be DTR certified.
• Must meet State of Wisconsin WIC mandates regarding lactation management and care, per Wisconsin WIC Operations Manual, within one year of appointment.
• Ability to travel independently throughout Milwaukee, either by transit, bicycle, or automobile. Private Auto Allowance may be paid.
• Must be willing and able to:
  • Lift and move 25 pounds, including infants and small children, onto measuring apparatus such as scales.
  • Carry a mobile device during business hours.
  • Wear industry-related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, facemask, or face shield to reduce exposure to infectious agents or toxins while performing the duties of this job.
  • Respond to an emergency or broad impact event.

Pre-employment requirements

• Physical exam with lift test
• Non-DOT drug screen
• Vaccination and screening requirements:
  • Annual TB test
  • Annual Covid-19 and Influenza vaccinations
  • Pre-employment immunity verification required for MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B. If not immune, vaccination or an approved exemption is required. Vaccination series only needs to be done once.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish, Hmong, or another language.

Schedule

All WIC staff members participate in a work schedule that includes early evening hours on assigned days. The current hours of work for this position are as follows:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Employees assigned to the WIC Program will report to any of the City of Milwaukee WIC clinic locations. Assignment may be made on short notice to provide staff coverage during unexpected absences or emergencies.