Alliance Clinic Nutrition Educator

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Dental (Voluntary)

Job summary

The Alliance Clinic Nutrition Educator at HACAP in Cedar Rapids will lead all nutrition education activities within the WIC and Maternal/Child Health programs, ensuring services comply with federal, state, and local regulations.

You will assess nutritional risks, coordinate trainings, and support families through education, outreach, and community partnerships, with a 40-hour work week, benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Nutrition or Dietetics (licensure not required).
• Health professional with degree in health-related field acceptable.
• Must communicate effectively with diverse, low-income populations and complete Bloodborne Pathogen training within 10 days of employment and updated annually.
• Complete Child Abuse Reporter training within 6 months and update every 3 years; continuing education hours required to retain licensure.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; WIC training required per policy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all aspects of nutrition education for WIC and Maternal/Child Health programs.
• Assess nutritional risks and provide services in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate trainings and outreach to support families and community partnerships.

Skills

Nutrition education

WIC program

Education

Nutrition/Dietetics degree

Health-related degree

Job description

• Location 1328 2nd Ave SE,Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403,United States
• Base Pay $26.72 - $28.38 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of families and individuals in our communities across nine counties. We believe in the power of collaboration, working alongside for-profit businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and local community members to create stronger, healthier communities.

Position Overview:

Application Deadline:

October 25, 2026.

Job Title:

Alliance Clinic Nutrition Educator.

Position Type:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Pay Range:

$26.72 - $28.38 hourly depending on education and experience.

Position Goal:

The Alliance Clinic Nutrition Educator is responsible for conducting all aspects of the nutrition education component and process of assessing nutritional risks associated with the WIC & Maternal/Child Health programs, in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations to provide nutrition services to the target community.

What HACAP is proud to offer you:

Company Paid Benefits

• Paid Time Off and 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability (After 1 Year of Employment)
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental (Voluntary Coverage)

Voluntary Insurance Plans

• Health and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Retirement Savings Options

• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) or 403(b) plan with a generous company match of or up to 9.44% of your gross wage

Additional Benefits

• Corporate Advantage Partnership Education Program with Mount Mercy and Upper Iowa University

Qualifications & Conditions of Employment:

Education and/or Experience

• Possess an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited institution in a Nutrition or Dietetics related field (licensure not required).

OR

• A health professional with an undergraduate or graduate degree in a health-related field.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to communicate and work effectively with a diverse population of low-income individuals with possible language/cultural barriers.
• Complete Bloodborne Pathogen training within ten days of employment and updated annually.
• Complete Child Abuse Reporter training within six (6) months of employment and update every three (3) years.
• Completion of required continuing education hours to retain state licensure.
• TB testing at hire.
• Willing to work flexible hours including early evenings.
• Valid Driver's License & Car Insurance.
• Reliable transportation to use on the job.
• Complete WIC training requirements as outlined in the WIC policies: "Local Agency Personnel Training," "Training and Education Record," and "New Employee Training Checklist."

Additional Information:

HACAP is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants with Disabilities

We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with HACAP. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, please contact HACAP's Human Resources Department by email at [e-mail] .