Nutrition Education Coordinator

About the role

This role is for an OPS Nutrition Educator responsible for providing nutrition counseling, education, and assessments to women, infants, and children participating in the WIC Program.

Responsibilities

• certifying clients
• reviewing growth and dietary data
• assigning risk codes
• managing food prescriptions in accordance with state guidelines
• conducting individual and group nutrition sessions
• promoting breastfeeding
• documenting services accurately
• participating in outreach activities to increase program participation
• basic lab duties
• data entry
• scheduling

Qualifications

a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field, with experience in nutritional assessments and client education

Skills

• knowledge of nutrition science
• effective communication
• ability to perform assessments
• ability to work independently
• ability to prioritize
• ability to interpret scientific materials