Senior WIC Nutritionist | Public Health Leader

Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County Health Department seeks a Senior Public Health Nutritionist to lead nutrition care for WIC, assess needs, and certify eligible clients for program services.

Responsibilities include delivering individual and group counseling, coordinating referrals, training staff, and maintaining compliance in records and reporting within health clinics and community settings.

Qualifications

• Licensed dietitian per Florida statutes or eligible to practice dietetics.
• Licensure/registration requirements per Florida Statutes and A.C.
• Must be able to work varied hours and travel Palm Beach County.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides comprehensive nutrition care and education services for WIC clients.
• Certifies eligible clients for the WIC Program and arranges follow-up.
• Provides individual and group nutrition counseling for maternal and child clients.
• Assists in scheduling and assignment of nutrition staff to ensure service delivery.
• Coordinates WIC referrals and outreach activities with community partners.
• Maintains records and reports and participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Dietetics licensure

Dietetics registration

Job description

The Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County Health Department seeks a Senior Public Health Nutritionist to lead nutrition care for WIC, assess needs, and certify eligible clients for program services.

Responsibilities include delivering individual and group counseling, coordinating referrals, training staff, and maintaining compliance in records and reporting within health clinics and community settings.