WIC Nutritionist
About the role
A Nutritionist provides comprehensive nutrition assessments, education, and support to WIC participants, ensuring services align with federal guidelines. They evaluate health and nutrition histories, develop participant-centered nutrition plans, and assist with food package tailoring and infant formula approval. The role involves maintaining accurate documentation, promoting breastfeeding, and referring high-risk clients to specialized professionals. Additionally, the Nutritionist supports community outreach, collaborates with team members, and maintains confidentiality and inventory security.
Responsibilities
- Conducts nutrition screenings and assessments based on lifecycle stages
- Provides individualized nutrition education and counseling
- Approves food benefits and manages benefit issuance and inventory
- Collects anthropometric and hematological data using proper techniques
- Refers high-risk participants to dietitians and lactation consultants
- Supports breastfeeding initiatives and referrals
- Participates in community outreach and training activities
- Maintains accurate records, confidentiality, and program compliance
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in a program accredited by ACEND
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid certifications
- Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one
- Valid Arizona driver’s license with a clean record
- Preferred bilingual (English/Spanish) skills
- Proficiency in computers, excellent communication, and customer service skills
- Knowledge of human nutrition, WIC program requirements, and behavioral change principles
- Ability to perform anthropometric measurements and basic calculations
- Critical thinking and multicultural awareness
Additional Information
The role does not involve supervision and requires a commitment to culturally competent care, teamwork, and ongoing professional development through workshops and training.