WIC Breastfeeding Program Lead

Meridian Health Services; Portland (IN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Advancement opportunities

401k with company match

Professional development funds

Wellness programs

Merit-based compensation

Work-life harmony

Job summary

Meridian Health Services is seeking a Breastfeeding Coordinator for WIC locations across Adams, Blackford, Jay, Wells, Randolph, and Huntington Counties in Indiana. The role is full-time, 32 hours weekly, with travel up to 75% to assist in other counties and a schedule from 9am to 4:30pm.

You will oversee planning, training, and evaluation of local breastfeeding activities, ensuring data accuracy and staff readiness, while promoting whole-person healthcare in diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or Nutrition Sciences.
• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification.
• Graduate of a health-related program with nutrition coursework.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Reflects positively on the Indiana WIC program in clinic and during community outreach.
• Develop working relationships with staff and partnering community agencies.
• Maintain a compassionate clinic environment that supports community needs.
• Promote breastfeeding as the normative infant feeding method within the clinic environment.
• Provide evidence-based breastfeeding support and education to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding clients.

Skills

Dietetic registration eligibility

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics/Nutrition/Nutrition Sciences

Registered Nurse

Health-related degree with nutrition study

Job description

Meridian Health Services is seeking a Breastfeeding Coordinator for WIC locations across Adams, Blackford, Jay, Wells, Randolph, and Huntington Counties in Indiana. The role is full-time, 32 hours weekly, with travel up to 75% to assist in other counties and a schedule from 9am to 4:30pm.

You will oversee planning, training, and evaluation of local breastfeeding activities, ensuring data accuracy and staff readiness, while promoting whole-person healthcare in diverse communities.