Job Description - WIC Nutritionist - Full time position (40 hours)
Scalabrini Dukcevich Center- Providence, RI
Our Mission is to provide advocacy and educational services to all those in need and promote social inclusiveness, empowerment, and development of our multicultural and diverse communities regardless of their race, or religious background.
Our Vision is to ensure that each individual may become self-sufficient, valued, and integrated into our society as a productive, law-abiding citizen for the well-being of our communities.
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides nutrition information and education materials designed to improve health status, achieve positive change in dietary habits and emphasize links between nutrition and health, all in keeping with the individual's personal, cultural, and socioeconomic preferences. The nutritionist performs nutrition assessments of all WIC participants.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Minimum of BS Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related
- Licensure in State of Rhode Island, preferred
- Skilled in anthropometric and hematological (lead and iron) measures
- Effective verbal and written communication with patients regarding nutrition
- Ability to enter computer data and typed SOAP notes
- Must review studies and keep updated with appropriate nutrition materials
- Reliable transportation
WORK SCHEDULE DEMANDS: Schedule may vary depending on the center needs with minimum hours starting at 32 up to 40 hours per week.
- WIC office opens: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 9am-1pm
- Some evenings required
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical
- Evaluates nutritional status of WIC clients
- Provides nutrition education to achieve a positive change in dietary habits
- Problem solves patient related concerns and refers appropriately
- Assigns food packages on individual basis to WIC participants
Administrative
- Troubleshoots computer problems with WIC system
- Participates in WIC staff meetings and State WIC meetings - or any CE opportunities
- Ensures compliance with WIC local/State / Federal policies
- Other duties assigned as needed per Scalabrini Center
CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION:
Nutritionist has full access to all participant WIC records for accurate counseling. Maintains confidentiality of all materials in accordance with State and Federal laws and Scalabrini Dukcevich Center policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL EFFORT/ENVIRONMENT:
- Generally sedentary office work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. Significant exposure to blood borne pathogens, respiratory diseases, and other infectious diseases and other biohazardous material requiring universal standard precautions.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Please submit you cover letter and resume to WIC Program Coordinator- Sonia Aldana Morales at [email protected]
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a bachelor's degree in nutrition?
Location:
- Providence, RI 02909 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Providence, RI 02909 (Required)
Work Location: In person
