Community Nutrition & WIC Aide — Counseling & Education

La Clínica de La Raza Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

La Clínica de La Raza Inc. in Oakland, California is seeking a Nutrition Counselor responsible for conducting nutrition screenings and providing guidance to patients. This role emphasizes culturally appropriate care and requires completion of CPA certification along with a BLS Certificate within 30 days of hire.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse communities, ensuring that health education is accessible and meets the needs of all patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of individual nutrition counseling experience preferred.
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines for various patient groups.
• Strong communication skills in a diverse setting.

Responsibilities

• Conducts nutrition screening and counseling for patients.
• Maintains documentation and updates records as necessary.
• Teaches group classes and develops educational materials.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

BLS certification

Culturally appropriate meal planning

Motivational Interviewing techniques

Education

Completion or intent to complete CPA certification

Job description

La Clínica de La Raza Inc. in Oakland, California is seeking a Nutrition Counselor responsible for conducting nutrition screenings and providing guidance to patients. This role emphasizes culturally appropriate care and requires completion of CPA certification along with a BLS Certificate within 30 days of hire.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse communities, ensuring that health education is accessible and meets the needs of all patients.