Nutritionist

Public Health Solutions; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

403(b) + employer contributions

College Savings Plan

Training & growth opportunities

Job summary

Public Health Solutions in New York City seeks a Qualified Nutritionist to assess WIC eligibility, deliver nutrition education, and support clients through the WIC program. Under supervision, you will implement nutrition components, develop care plans, and ensure accurate documentation while traveling to multiple centers.

The role requires a B.S./B.A. in Nutrition, 2 years in the field, and bilingual Spanish; RD eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. in Food and Nutrition with at least 18 nutrition credits.
• Two years of professional nutrition experience.
• RD preferred but not required; eligible and NYS certification acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Verify and document WIC eligibility for enrollees.
• Provide WIC program knowledge and orientation to new participants.
• Develop and implement ICPs and oversee high-risk care.
• Conduct Participant Centered Nutrition Assessments (PCNA).
• Perform on-site anthropometric and hematological measurements.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Strong communication

Customer service experience

Education

B.S./B.A. in Food and Nutrition

RD eligible

Job description

About Public Health Solutions

Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent, and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support underserved New Yorkers and their families to achieve optimal health and build pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing direct services to underserved families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. To learn more about our work, please visit healthsolutions.org.

Company Overview

Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent, and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support underserved New Yorkers and their families to achieve optimal health and build pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing direct services to underserved families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. To learn more about our work, please visit healthsolutions.org.

Program Description

PHS’ Community Health and Nutrition Access Program helps New York residents obtain free or low-cost health insurance coverage, apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as Food Stamps), and through our WIC program, provides nutrition education sessions led by WIC nutritionists on healthy eating and physical activity, breastfeeding support, and eWIC cards to purchase nutritious foods. Our staff members are culturally and linguistically competent and identify with the communities they serve. They help clients navigate through what can be a complicated and confusing application process, step by step. Each year, we help over 22,000 people apply for or renew free or low-cost health insurance coverage, 14,000 people to apply for SNAP, and 35,000 eligible pregnant and nursing women and children up to five years of age to enroll in the New York State WIC (Women Infants and Children) Program.

Summary of Position

Under direct supervision of the Center Manager, the Qualified Nutritionist is responsible for the assessment of the WIC eligibility of applicants, direct implementation of nutrition education components, participant-centered nutrition services and support to WIC clients.

Specifically, The Qualified Nutritionist Will

• Verifies and documents eligibility of WIC participants to enroll eligible applicants.
• Provides general knowledge of WIC program and orientation to new participants.
• Participates in the administration of the WIC program and evaluation of documents.
• Develop and implement individual care plans (ICPs) and oversee high risk care to all participants.
• Provide oversight and guidance to CPA and Nutrition Assistant staff.
• Provides individual and facilitated group discussion using the Participant Centered Nutrition Education (PCNE) technique.
• Ensures relevant and current information transfer regarding pregnancy, nutrition, and/or health concerns.
• Assists in evaluating and developing literature, posters, videos and DVDs.
• Conducts Participant Centered Nutrition Assessment (PCNA) to motivate WIC participants and help improve their health and nutrition status.
• Performs client anthropometric and hematological measurements on site to prevent delay in benefits between physician visits.
• Undergoes annual anthropometric and hematological training on site.
• Participates in all other activities that contribute to the efficient operation of the WIC Center.
• Ability to travel and work at other WIC centers in Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.
• Attends all mandatory trainings and meetings.
• Participates in program outreach to Local Organizations and Community Partners (Subject to travel).

Qualification And Requirements

• B.S. or B.A. in Food and Nutrition, including at least 18 semester credits in nutrition. Entry-level computer skills.
• Foreign degrees considered- Must be Translated and Verified by World Education Services.
• Two years of professional experience in nutrition.
• Registered Dietitian preferred but not required: Completion of an approved hospital dietetic internship which satisfies requirements for Registered Dietitian (The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) or RD eligible and NY State certification.
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with computers, basic word processing, and good data entry skill.
• Bilingual required (Spanish).
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Possess strong communication skills (listening, written, oral, and public speaking).
• Dedicated to helping improve the lives of disenfranchised and marginalized communities.
• Excellent team player with the ability to be flexible and work collaboratively and respectfully.
• Ability to embrace diversity; Possesses people and cultural competency skills.
• Work collaboratively both internally and externally and engage in consensus-based decision making.
• Must be reliable and very organized with strong time management.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Able to assist with receiving, sorting and storing inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Salary: $32.53 - $34.12 hourly

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Schedule.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
• 403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
• College Savings Plan.
• Ongoing training and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.

At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. We look forward to learning more about you.

PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA + individuals , and veterans.

Monday: 9am to 4:30pm

Tuesday to Friday: 8:30am to 4pm

35 hours