WIC - CPPA Nutrition Assistant I

Community Clinic Inc.; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive benefits plan including PTO

403B Retirement Plan

Continuing education assistance

Malpractice insurance under FTCA

Job summary

Community Clinic Inc. is seeking a WIC CPPA Nutrition Assistant I in Greenbelt, MD to help clients access nutritious resources and guidance.

You will work with registered dietitians to tailor nutrition education and support for women, infants, and children, fostering a welcoming environment and guiding families through the WIC program. The role requires strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, with a focus on accurate record-keeping and outreach to diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with clients and team members.
• Good record-keeping and documentation practices.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and health principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in completing WIC applications and recertifications.
• Provide basic nutrition education on healthy eating and breastfeeding.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure program guideline compliance.
• Support distribution of food benefits and vouchers to eligible clients.
• Collaborate on community outreach events to promote nutrition and health.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Empathy

Bilingual communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in nutrition

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Service Worker Greenbelt, MD, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1347

Salary Range: $39,000.00 To $40,500.00 Annually

Position Summary

The WIC - CPPA Nutrition Assistant I plays a crucial role in supporting the health and nutrition of women, infants, and children within the community. This position involves assisting clients in accessing nutritional resources and education, ensuring they receive the necessary support to lead healthier lives. The Nutrition Assistant will work closely with registered dietitians and other health professionals to provide tailored nutritional guidance and support. By fostering a welcoming and informative environment, the assistant will help clients navigate the WIC program effectively. Ultimately, this role contributes to the overall well-being of families, promoting better health outcomes through proper nutrition and education.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Experience in a customer service role, preferably in a healthcare or community service setting.


• Basic knowledge of nutrition and health principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field.


• Bilingual skills to effectively communicate with a diverse client base.


• Previous experience working with WIC or similar health programs.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients in completing WIC applications and recertifications, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and processed.


• Provide basic nutrition education to clients, including information on healthy eating, breastfeeding, and food preparation.


• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and services provided, ensuring compliance with WIC program guidelines.


• Support the distribution of food benefits and vouchers to eligible clients, ensuring they understand how to utilize these resources.


• Collaborate with team members to organize community outreach events and workshops aimed at promoting nutrition and health awareness.

Skills:

The required skills for this position include strong communication abilities, which are essential for effectively conveying nutritional information to clients. Organizational skills are vital for maintaining accurate records and managing client documentation efficiently. Empathy and interpersonal skills are necessary to create a supportive environment for clients seeking assistance. Preferred skills, such as bilingual communication, enhance the ability to serve a diverse population, ensuring that language barriers do not hinder access to vital resources. Overall, these skills are utilized daily to foster positive client relationships and promote health education within the community.

Why work at CCI?

• Extensive benefits plan including PTO


• 403B Retirement Plan


• Continuing education assistance; can be used toward obtaining certifications, renewal of certifications, or possible conference attendance.


• Our providers are insured for malpractice under FTCA.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CCI Health Services does not unlawfully discriminatebased on race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry,physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancerrelated or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protectedbyfederal or state law. All personnel decisions are to be administered in accordancewith this policy and in compliance with applicable federal and state law,including, but not limited to, decisions regarding recruitment, selection,training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, lay-offs, tuitionassistance, and social and recreational programs.

The CEO & President of CCI and all managerialpersonnel are committed to this policy and its enforcement. Employees aredirected to bring any violation of this policy to the immediate attention oftheir supervisor, Human Resources, or the CEO & President. Any employee whoviolates this policy or knowingly retaliates against an employee reporting orcomplaining of a violation of this policy, shall be subject to immediatecorrective action, up to and including termination of employment. Complaintsbrought under this policy will be promptly investigated and handled with dueregard for the privacy and respect of all involved.