WIC Nutritionist

Description

CCAP Mission Statement - To empower all people and communities, challenged by poverty as well as social and cultural barriers, through advocacy, education, and access to high-quality health and human services.

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. 

WORK SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

• This is a full-time 35-hour per week position.
• Mondays and Tuesdays, 9-5; Wednesday 9:30-6:30; Thursday 9-5; Friday 9-4
• Some evenings are required
• Nutritionists must stay to ensure proper reporting and customer service.  
• Expected to provide services at both WIC locations in Cranston and Coventry (Tuesday/Thursday)

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of BS Degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics 
• Licensure in State of Rhode Island; preferred 
• Basic computer knowledge 
• Skilled in anthropometric and hematological (lead and iron) measures  
• Extensive verbal and written communication with patients so they understand the information provided.  
• Able to enter computer data and type SOAP notes.  
• Must review studies and keep updated with appropriate nutrition materials. 
• Provide/maintain all required immunizations and/or vaccinations
• Complete all required background checks

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 an individual basis to WIC participants

Administrative

• Troubleshoots computer problems with QWIC system
• Accountable for patient flow and client satisfaction of WIC office in absence of WIC Coordinator
• Participated in JCAHO work groups, WIC staff meetings, Health Center staff meetings.
• Ensures compliance with State / Federal, JCAHO standards
• OSHA and Infection control standards
• Participate in JCAHO quality improvement committee meetings
• Other duties assigned as needed 

Our Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes 403(b), health insurance, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement accounts, tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 annually, an Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation, sick and personal days, and up to 13 paid holidays for all eligible employees. Some benefits are included for part-time employees.

CCAP strives to cultivate and sustain a workforce devoted to providing compassionate and respectful care to all patients and clients. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.