Public Health WIC Nutrition Technician – Training Path

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state benefits

Vacation and sick leave

11 holidays a year

Job summary

340 Oklahoma State Department of Health is seeking a Certified WIC Nutrition Technician Agency 340 to provide basic clinical and nutrition services, counseling, education, and nutrition assessments. The role includes training vendors and performing outreach within District 2.

The position is full-time with typical hours Monday–Friday. Salary is up to $43,000 based on education and experience, with benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in dietetic technology or two years of experience in nutrition.
• Must meet OPM requirements for Public Health Community Worker II classification.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status of clients using established procedures.
• Provide clinical services including weight/height measurements and preparing samples for analysis.
• Interview clients and take diet histories.
• Evaluate nutrition status for enrollment in nutrition programs and complete WIC eligibility certification.
• Offer basic individual or group nutrition counseling focusing on pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children.
• Train vendors in the Special Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.
• Perform outreach to clients and community.
• Make referrals to other health professionals and programs.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Nutrition assessment

Client interviews

Record keeping

Clinical nutrition services

Education

Associate's degree in dietetic technology

Job description

340 Oklahoma State Department of Health is seeking a Certified WIC Nutrition Technician Agency 340 to provide basic clinical and nutrition services, counseling, education, and nutrition assessments. The role includes training vendors and performing outreach within District 2.

The position is full-time with typical hours Monday–Friday. Salary is up to $43,000 based on education and experience, with benefits and opportunities for professional growth.