Mobile WIC & Nutrition Education Advocate

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative; Pine Ridge (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Health Savings Account

South Dakota Retirement

Annual leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative (BHSSC) is seeking a Public Health Assistant to support women, infants, children, and families with nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health assessments, and access to nutritious foods and community resources. The role involves direct participant interaction, outreach, and providing WIC services at satellite locations and via the WOW van.

The position offers mobile outreach and collaboration with WIC staff and community partners, with travel to

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; health-related education preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of nutrition and health practices, and the needs of women, infants, and children.
• Ability to interpret policies and ensure program compliance.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with participants, families, coworkers, and partners.
• Ability to organize, plan ahead, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and multiple computer programs.
• Ability to work autonomously while also collaborating with a team.
• Demonstrate empathy, initiative, and professionalism with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and participant support during WIC certification period.
• Determine and document WIC eligibility by verifying income, identity, residency, and participation in other programs.
• Conduct nutrition and health assessments, including anthropometric and biochemical measurements.
• Provide individualized nutrition and breastfeeding education and referrals to specialists.
• Issue and explain WIC food benefits and use of the WIC app and portal.
• Connect participants with community resources and develop partner relationships.
• Maintain accurate documentation and monitor caseload management reports; ensure benefits are received.
• Participate in outreach and community engagement activities and WOW mobile services.
• Deliver services via the Wellness on Wheels van to satellite locations.
• Collaborate with staff, agencies, and partners; participate in trainings and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Policy interpretation

Team collaboration

Empathy & professionalism

Autonomy

Education

High school diploma

Health-related post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative (BHSSC) is seeking a Public Health Assistant to support women, infants, children, and families with nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health assessments, and access to nutritious foods and community resources. The role involves direct participant interaction, outreach, and providing WIC services at satellite locations and via the WOW van.

The position offers mobile outreach and collaboration with WIC staff and community partners, with travel to