What are the responsibilities and job description for the WIC NUTRITION COORDINATOR position at The Institute for Family Health?
Performs a variety of professional duties for participants of the Federal Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) under the supervision of the WIC Director, Associate Director or the Practice administrator.
Is guided by a thorough knowledge of counseling methods; practices and procedures, applicable government regulations, the policies and procedures of the NYSDOH WIC Program and the Institute for Family Health.
Uses the NYSDOH NYWIC computer system to process participants and information.
Is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objectives and policies of the WIC Program and the Organization.
Has a thorough knowledge of the community and public health facilities so as to refer participants as needed.
Assists the WIC Director and / or Associate Director with related departmental duties.
Is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objectives and policies of the Department and the Organization.
- Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics Food and Nutrition which meets ADA minimum requirements (RD eligible)
- A minimum of 1 year nutrition education experience in community setting in nutrition counseling and teaching skills.
- Demonstrate data entry skills and familiar with windows environments Microsoft word, Excel, Power point.
- Bilingual- Spanish / English preferred.
- The ability to work with different background.
