Nutritionist Specialist- Public Health - WIC (Denton)

About the role

The Nutritionist Specialist performs professional educational work, counseling clients of the Women, Infants, and Children’s program. Work involves providing formal and informal instruction in proper nutritional habits and obtaining information from WIC program clients to determine nutritional status of clients and their children, including obtaining blood samples.

Responsibilities

• Determines eligibility for WIC program participation based on established program guidelines.
• Teaches nutrition education classes and breastfeeding classes as set forth in the State approved plans; facilitates discussions on nutrition topics.
• Works with mother/baby dyads having breastfeeding problems in order to help resolve them or reach the mother’s goal.
• Works with babies having problems with formula intolerance in order to find the best formula for their particular situation while staying in compliance with WIC policy.
• Provides WIC clients with information and referrals in order to follow up on their health goals and risk factors identified by WIC during the eligibility screening.
• Carries out activities outlined in local agency and state plans including but not limited to, annual Nutrition Education Plan and Breastfeeding Plan.
• Counsels clients according to their concerns and needs; provides referrals as necessary.
• Serves as a consultant to other Public Health programs and confers with various community health professionals and related groups to promote proper nutritional habits.
• Performs clerical and administrative duties as necessary, including data entry and answering phone calls related to breastfeeding concerns, formula problems, or other nutrition related concerns.
• Serves as a consultant to other Public Health programs and confers with various community health professionals and related groups to promote proper nutritional habits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum one year of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Registered Dietician preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver’s license within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Bilingual In Spanish And English Preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of WIC program policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform basic laboratory procedures.

Benefits

Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation).

Pay

Salary range: $35,000 - $45,000 annually.

Schedule

Regular and punctual attendance is required.