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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING
JOB TITLE NUTRITIONIST I
DEPARTMENT HEALTH EDUCATION (WIC)
CLASSIFICATION REGULAR PART-TIME 80% (BASED ON A 40 HR WORK WEEK)
REPORTS TO WIC SUPERVISOR
STATUS NON-EXEMPT (UNION POSITION)
SALARY $48,081 FTE + FRINGE BENEFITS
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
POSITION AVAILABLE: NOW
ABOUT THE POSITION: Under general direction the individual in this position is responsible for counseling prenatal and breastfeeding women, infants and children following the guidelines of the WIC program. This person assists in the development and implementation of group curricula for nutrition and breastfedding education classes and is responsible for special projects, as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Requires bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or a nutrition-related field with completion of core nutrition classes.
  2. Minimum one year of individual nutrition counseling as well as working knowledge of the State computer program ISIS preferred.
  3. Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of nutrition; interpretation and implementation of nutrition guidelines for infant, children, and pregnant and lactating women.
  4. Knowledge of nutritional value of foods; meal planning and preparation that is culturally appropriate; safe food storage practices; and food costs.
  5. Knowledge of principles, methods, and materials used in nutrition counseling, education, and screening.
  6. Knowledge and/or experience with breastfeeding counseling techniques preferred.
  7. Experience with Motivational Interviewing/Learner Center Education preferred.
  8. Ability to work independently as well as collectively on projects.
  9. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  10. Oral and written bilingual Cantonese language proficiency as well as cultural knowledge required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Conducts nutrition screening, assessment and counseling, and implements nutrition care plans for low and some high-risk WIC participants.
  2. Assists in developing and teaching group nutrition education classes.
  3. Maintains breast feeding equipment including breast pumps and helps coordinate breastfeeding activities; conducts breast feeding support to participants.
  4. Assures appropriate records are updated (i.e. records nutrition assessment dates, follows-up on nutrition assessment appointments with Nutritionists, obtains appropriate signatures on re-interview forms during appointments.)
  5. Maintains documentation by charting dietary intake and recording recommendations given to clients in family folders and medical records.
  6. Assists with the development and evaluation of nutrition education materials.
  7. Participates in weekly staff meetings and other meetings as required.
  8. Assists with special projects.
  9. Other duties as assigned by WIC supervisor.