Nutritionist

NeighborHealth; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NeighborHealth seeks a dedicated Nutritionist to provide comprehensive WIC nutrition services to infants, children, and women in the Boston area. The role involves conducting dietary evaluations, nutrition counseling, and assisting with staff training, all while ensuring the health and well-being of our clients. Join a vibrant team committed to community health.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, And Vision Coverage

401(K) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays and Personal Time

Free Parking

Qualifications

• B.S. in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition Education required.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making capability needed.
• Bicultural/bilingual skills are very desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conducts dietary evaluations of all WIC participants.
• Provides nutrition assessment and counseling.
• Assists Senior Nutritionist in staff training.

Skills

Leadership

Sensitivity

Bicultural/Bilingual Skills

Education

B.S. in Nutrition

Public Health Nutrition

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Time Type:

Full time

Department:

WIC

All Locations:

20 Maverick Square – Cradock Building

Position Summary:

WIC Program Nutritionist provides the full range of WIC nutrition services to applicants and participants (infants, children, prenatal and postpartum women, both breastfeeding and non-breastfeeding) under the supervision of the Senior Nutritionist.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts dietary evaluation of all categories of WIC participants.
• Nutrition Assessment and counseling are documented completely and accurately.
• Determines nutritional risk factors according to federal guidelines.
• Prescribes appropriate food package based on nutritional risk factors.
• Provides nutrition and breastfeeding counseling and education.
• Offers referrals to additional appropriate services available through EBNHC and/or other community agencies.
• Bloodwork procedures for collecting and assessing blood work values are followed appropriately.
• Assists Senior Nutritionist with training of the paraprofessional Nutrition Assistant staff in completion of required activities and performance skills necessary to achieve CPAI or CPAII status.
• Ongoing supervision and education of Nutrition Assistant staff through review and co-signing charts for purposes of Quality Assurance required by Federal/State standards.
• Contributes to WIC/Primary Care coordinated services to prenatal clients through voluntary participation and facilitation of Breastfeeding education module of Birth Classes at EBNHC.
• Serves a Co-Coordinator of East Boston WIC’s Immunization Project.
  
  

Qualifications and Requirements:

• B.S. in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition Education.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision making capability.
• Sensitivity to needs of participant population.
• Available to work evening hours, and at least 1 Saturday per month.
• Bicultural/bilingual skills very desirable.
  
  

Pay: Starting at $21.95, up to $32.93, based on experience.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, And Vision Coverage
• Life And Disability Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending And Transportation Accounts
• Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick, And Personal Time
• Generous Staff Development Benefit
• Excellent Malpractice Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Free Parking
• And Much More
  
  

EBNHC opens our doors to people from all demographics and cultures. Our workforce is as diverse as the city we call home — in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, and age, as well as in cultural backgrounds, life experiences, thoughts, and ideas.

EEO & Accommodation Statement:

NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request

Federal Trade Commission Statement:

According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps.” Job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.

E-Verify Program Participation Statement:

NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E-Verify. As an E-Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.

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