Degreed WIC Nutritionist - Client-Focused Counseling

San Diego State University; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The SDSU Research Foundation Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program in Escondido, CA is seeking a Degreed Nutritionist to determine eligibility, provide nutrition education, and issue WIC food benefits under the direction of a Registered Dietitian.

You will counsel participants, develop care plans for pregnant and post-partum women, infants and children, and deliver group or individual education. Travel to San Diego County WIC offices may be required.

Qualifications

• Determines WIC program eligibility and provides direct client services to participants.
• Provides nutrition education to WIC participants including high-nutrition risk groups.
• Provides counseling and supports to breastfeeding mothers and relevant nutrition needs.

Responsibilities

• Participates in staff meetings and program planning; supports QA/QI efforts.
• Assists management with quality assurance and quality improvement measures.
• Complete other duties at management discretion.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Group education

Breastfeeding support

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nutrition/dietetics/public health

Job description

The SDSU Research Foundation Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program in Escondido, CA is seeking a Degreed Nutritionist to determine eligibility, provide nutrition education, and issue WIC food benefits under the direction of a Registered Dietitian.

You will counsel participants, develop care plans for pregnant and post-partum women, infants and children, and deliver group or individual education. Travel to San Diego County WIC offices may be required.