Breastfeeding & Nutrition Program Lead

Montefiore New Rochelle; City of New Rochelle (NY); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A community health organization located in New Rochelle, NY, is seeking a qualified candidate to oversee breastfeeding and nutrition services within its WIC Program. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and experience in program development and community engagement. Responsibilities include counseling WIC participants, leading educational programs, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. A certification as a Lactation Counselor is preferred. This role requires a strong commitment to promoting nutrition and breastfeeding in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition is mandatory.
• Certification as a Lactation Counselor is preferred within one year.
• Annual assessments and fit tests required by OHS.

Responsabilités

• Oversee breastfeeding and nutrition services at three sites.
• Provide counseling and education to WIC participants.
• Develop nutrition education materials.
• Participate in outreach activities to promote WIC enrollment.

Connaissances

Breastfeeding support

Nutritional counseling

Community engagement

Education program development

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

Description du poste

A community health organization located in New Rochelle, NY, is seeking a qualified candidate to oversee breastfeeding and nutrition services within its WIC Program. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and experience in program development and community engagement. Responsibilities include counseling WIC participants, leading educational programs, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. A certification as a Lactation Counselor is preferred. This role requires a strong commitment to promoting nutrition and breastfeeding in the community.