Are you looking for an amazing opportunity with an organization that focuses on helping those in need??
Do you have excellent communication skills to provide the best customer service??
Then look no further…...
Community First Health Centers is currently looking for a Registered Dietician (RD) to join our WIC team at our New Haven medical facility located at 58144 Gratiot Avenue. The ideal candidate for this role will be resourceful, a great communicator and a team player. Under the supervision of the WIC Program Manager, you'll provide nutrition counseling, training and education services to WIC program participants and staff.
Daily responsibilities of our Registered Dietician may include:
Perform nutrition assessment(s), determine risk/eligibility, provide nutrition risk education and make appropriate referral(s)
Provide nutrition counseling including breastfeeding education; document all encounter details
Develop nutrition care plans and provide individualized nutrition counseling for high risk clients
Perform anthropometric measurements, record data and perform lab functions as needed
Assign appropriate food package(s) and approve non-contract formula requests including class III formulas
Participate in the selection, planning, preparation and evaluation of teaching aids and program materials
Order, track inventory and stock nutrition education materials as needed/directed
Maintain and acquire knowledge of community resources
Counsel clients on health education and behavior modification
Complete all forms and charts necessary to ensure compliance with all federal, state, insurance and/or Agency standards
Provide consultation, training and supervision for staff as requested
Other duties as assigned
This is a full time opportunity; 40 hours per week.
Hours will be gained Monday through Friday; 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with one late shift per week (10:00 am - 6:30 pm) and some flexibility needed based on business demands.
Why work for Community First Health Centers?
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including;
Bi-Weekly Competitive Pay
Excellent Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan with low biweekly premiums and no exposure to a deductible, copays or coinsurance
Dental coverage provided by Delta Dental of Michigan
Vision coverage
100% Company Paid Short Term Disability Coverage, Long Term Disability Coverage and Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance
403(b) Thrift Savings Plan; 2% (up to 7%) annual salary employer contribution whether you participate or not!
Supplemental coverages including accident, cancer, hospital confinement and/or critical care.
Generous Holiday, Vacation and Personal time
Professional growth opportunities/cross training
Employee Recognition and Assistance Programs
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics
Possess a current, unencumbered Registered Dietician (RD) credential accredited by the American Dietetic Association or obtained within 90 days of hire
Experience providing community health, pediatric and /or maternal/infant nutrition services preferred; at least one year
Experience delivering education
Capability to interface and maintain relationships will all programs/personnel
Ability to work independently and with minimal guidance
Must maintain Basic Life Support certification.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.41 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Application Question(s):
- Do you possess a current, unencumbered Registered Dietician credential?
Education:
Work Location: In person
