Bilingual WIC Nutrition Educator: Spanish or Somali

Ramsey-County,-Mn; Plato (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramsey County Public Health is seeking a bilingual WIC Nutrition Educator (Spanish or Somali) to assess WIC eligibility and provide nutrition education and breastfeeding support. You will connect families with community services, share resources, and make medical referrals as needed.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, education, referrals, and coordinating with clinic staff. Fluency in English and Somali or Spanish is required.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Dietetic Technology; registered or eligible as Dietetic Technician.
• Fluency in English and Somali or Spanish.
• Education substitutions allowed to Bachelor's degrees in nutrition or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assess WIC eligibility through comprehensive assessment.
• Provide nutrition education and breastfeeding support.
• Connect families to community services and medical referrals.
• Issue WIC benefits and educate on use of WIC foods.
• Provide education on feeding and health recommendations.
• Assist with data entry, scheduling, and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Somali

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Associate Degree in Dietetic Technology

Job description

Ramsey County Public Health is seeking a bilingual WIC Nutrition Educator (Spanish or Somali) to assess WIC eligibility and provide nutrition education and breastfeeding support. You will connect families with community services, share resources, and make medical referrals as needed.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, education, referrals, and coordinating with clinic staff. Fluency in English and Somali or Spanish is required.