What are the responsibilities and job description for the WIC Nutritionist position at Community and Economic Development Assoc?
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Title: WIC Nutritionist
Company: CEDA
Website: https://www.cedaorg.net/
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Classification: Full Time; Non-Exempt
Location: Assigned to support CEDA WIC Clinics in the West region (zip codes: Oak Lawn 60453, Summit 60501 and Maywood 60153).
This is a floating role to Oak Lawn, Summit, and Maywood.
Schedule: 8:00a – 4:30p; Tuesday - Saturday some Mondays required (may rotate week to week but will never exceed 5 days); change of schedule based on program needs. Scheduled at 1 clinic each day: may vary as the same clinic for an entire week or rotate as a different clinic assignment every day.
Purpose: The WIC Nutritionist is responsible for nutrition and breastfeeding assessment and counseling of WIC clients; ensures that the assigned site operates efficiently and effectively, and that all activities are in compliance with DHS and agency policy.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for all WIC clinic functions and ensures all DHS and CEDA WIC policies and procedures are followed.
- Coordinates with the WIC Advocate to complete all stages of the client certification process including screening, assessment, counseling, documentation and follow up.
- Communicates necessary site, staff and client issues to Supervisor.
- Provides nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding counseling when applicable, to all eligible participants at certification and individual follow up visits.
- Provides appropriate counseling and follow up to high risk/high priority clients as determined by WIC assessment and adheres to program standards of practice.
- Maintains legible and complete client IWIC records, documenting all client educational contacts and pertinent information according to agency standards.
- Schedules, coordinates and conducts group and individual nutrition education sessions.
- Maintains integrity of EBT card inventory, security, issuance and reconciliation.
- Accurately completes appropriate procedures to provide medically prescribed formulas.
- Obtains client anthropometric measurements as necessary, utilizing length/height boards, scales, head circumference tapes and non-invasive hemoglobin monitors.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics/Food and Nutrition or equivalent (Home Economist). Must meet Illinois Department of Human Services educational requirements for a Nutritionist.
- Experience: At least 1 year of related experience is a plus, especially in a healthcare, nonprofit, or community-based setting. Experience with various socioeconomic populations is preferred.
- Training: Must complete breastfeeding education training within the first year of employment; upon completion, you will earn the title of Breastfeeding Support Counselor.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry a minimum of 20 lbs.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, SharePoint, and Internet. Experience with client management systems is a plus.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K, and other benefit options
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