Mobile WIC Nutritionist: Field-Based Impact & Care

Wood River Health; Hope Valley (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

403(b) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Wood River Health in Hope Valley, RI is seeking a WIC Nutritionist (Mobile Program) to provide nutrition assessments, counseling, and breastfeeding support both in office and in Mobile WIC clinics across Rhode Island. This grant-funded role emphasizes participant-centered care, referrals, and coordinating with healthcare providers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Dietetics or Nutrition, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition from an accredited institution; related coursework in foods and nutrition, community nutrition, or nutritional sciences.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication, including communicating with diverse populations.
• Cultural sensitivity to work with a diverse patient and staff population.

Responsibilities

• Determine and certify participant eligibility according to WIC policies and procedures.
• Provide participant-centered nutrition counseling and breastfeeding education per USDA WIC standards.
• Coordinate care with health care providers regarding participants’ nutrition and health care needs.
• Make referrals to other programs meeting participants’ needs.
• Conduct nutrition contacts, including dietary assessments and counseling, by phone or in person.
• Customize WIC food packages to meet individual needs.
• Maintain knowledge of pediatric/prenatal nutrition and WIC regulations.
• Perform intake measurements (height, weight, hemoglobin) as needed.
• Provide services in mobile and satellite WIC clinics across RI; operate Mobile WIC Clinic safely.
• Assist setup, operation, and breakdown of Mobile WIC Clinic at sites.
• Coordinate Mobile WIC Clinic schedules and site locations with WIC staff and partners.
• Adhere to organizational policies and RI DOH guidelines for mobile clinic operations.
• Complete clerical duties (phones, appointments, data entry, scanning).
• Provide nutrition services at Hope Valley and Westerly when not in Mobile WIC Clinic.
• Complete RI DOH trainings.
• Report progress to WIC Manager; participate in supervision and meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Support Wood River Health mission and policies.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Patient education

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Driver’s license and transportation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wood River Health in Hope Valley, RI is seeking a WIC Nutritionist (Mobile Program) to provide nutrition assessments, counseling, and breastfeeding support both in office and in Mobile WIC clinics across Rhode Island. This grant-funded role emphasizes participant-centered care, referrals, and coordinating with healthcare providers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Dietetics or Nutrition, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills.