Nutritionist I (WIC Program)

Hamilton Health Center Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Birthday holiday + 7 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hamilton Health Center is seeking a Nutritionist I to support the WIC program by providing nutrition assessment, education, and counseling to eligible participants. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote maternal and child health and ensure high-quality, culturally responsive care.

The role involves assessing nutrition needs, developing care plans, and coordinating with medical and social resources to improve outcomes for families served by WIC in Central Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Certify and recertify participants for WIC eligibility in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, including anthropometric and hematological measurements.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide participant-centered nutrition education and counseling using VENA principles.
• Identify and document nutrition risk factors and maintain accurate participant records.
• Manage and monitor high-risk participants according to care plans.
• Prescribe and tailor food packages, including formula changes as appropriate.
• Refer participants to medical, social, and community resources.
• Support clinic operations, including satellite clinic coverage as assigned.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, documentation, and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliable transportation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Hamilton Health Center is seeking a Nutritionist I to support our WIC program by providing nutrition assessment, education, and counseling to eligible participants.

This role plays a key part in promoting maternal and child health by delivering individualized nutrition care, supporting healthy outcomes, and connecting participants with essential resources. The Nutritionist I will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure participants receive high-quality, culturally responsive care.

Why Join Hamilton Health Center

• Mission-driven organization serving Central Pennsylvania families
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on maternal and child health
• Collaborative, team-based care environment
• Stable, community-focused work setting

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Birthday holiday + 7 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Key Responsibilities

• Certify and recertify participants for WIC eligibility in accordance with state and federal guidelines
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, including anthropometric and hematological measurements
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans
• Provide participant-centered nutrition education and counseling using VENA principles
• Identify and document nutrition risk factors and maintain accurate participant records
• Manage and monitor high-risk participants according to care plans
• Prescribe and tailor food packages, including formula changes as appropriate
• Refer participants to medical, social, and community resources
• Support clinic operations, including satellite clinic coverage as assigned
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, documentation, and confidentiality requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
• Reliable transportation

Preferred

• Experience in WIC or community nutrition programs
• Knowledge of nutrition assessment and counseling practices
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Work Environment

• Work conducted in clinic settings, including satellite locations
• May involve standing, measuring participants, and traveling between sites

All About Hamilton Health Center

Hamilton Health Center (Hamilton), established in 1969, is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) within Harrisburg, PA and continues to grow using a holistic and comprehensive approach to being patient centered. The mission of Hamilton is to improve the health of Central Pennsylvania’s residents by delivering high quality, respectful and patient-centered health and related social services that promote access, treatment, education, and prevention regardless of health, economic, or insurance status. Our vision is that every member of our community, regardless of their ability to pay or their insurance status, receives holistic, quality health care needed to create a healthy community. For over 50 years we have been true to these words. As part of our team, you will work alongside a dedicated team that cares and values those we serve.

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