Nutritionist I (WIC Program)
Hamilton Health Center · Harrisburg, PA · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Job Summary
Hamilton Health Center is seeking a Nutritionist I to support our WIC program by providing nutrition assessment, education, and counseling to eligible participants. This role plays a key part in promoting maternal and child health by delivering individualized nutrition care, supporting healthy outcomes, and connecting participants with essential resources.
About the Role
The Nutritionist I will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure participants receive high-quality, culturally responsive care.
Responsibilities
- Certify and recertify participants for WIC eligibility in accordance with state and federal guidelines
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, including anthropometric and hematological measurements
- Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans
- Provide participant-centered nutrition education and counseling using VENA principles
- Identify and document nutrition risk factors and maintain accurate participant records
- Manage and monitor high-risk participants according to care plans
- Prescribe and tailor food packages, including formula changes as appropriate
- Refer participants to medical, social, and community resources
- Support clinic operations, including satellite clinic coverage as assigned
- Participate in trainings, meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, documentation, and confidentiality requirements
Qualifications
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or a related field
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
- Reliable transportation
- PREFERRED: Experience in WIC or community nutrition programs
- PREFERRED: Knowledge of nutrition assessment and counseling practices
- PREFERRED: Bilingual (Spanish)
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Birthday holiday + 7 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Retail plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program