Public Health Nutrition Educator — WIC & Breastfeeding

Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Polk County seeks a Nutrition Educator to provide nutrition education and breastfeeding counseling to WIC clients across the Polk/Hardee area. The role includes creating education plans and documenting services according to program policies, with responsibilities spanning enrollment, counseling, and quality assurance.

Open Competitive, with a salary range of $45,000–$49,615 annually, and location in Lakeland, FL. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the current science and practice of nutrition and dietetics.
• Ability to provide nutrition education to individuals or groups.
• Ability to develop nutrition education plans for various client needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nutrition education and breastfeeding counseling to WIC clients.
• Develop, monitor, and revise nutrition education plans for high and low risk clients.
• Certify eligible clients for participation in the WIC program and assign food prescriptions.
• Conduct outreach activities and participate in staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Nutrition education

Breastfeeding counseling

Public health

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health nutrition or related field

Current Florida Driver’s License

Job description

Florida Department of Health in Polk County seeks a Nutrition Educator to provide nutrition education and breastfeeding counseling to WIC clients across the Polk/Hardee area. The role includes creating education plans and documenting services according to program policies, with responsibilities spanning enrollment, counseling, and quality assurance.

Open Competitive, with a salary range of $45,000–$49,615 annually, and location in Lakeland, FL. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.