WIC Nutrition Counselor & Outreach Assistant

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is hiring a Nutrition Assistant for WIC in Altoona, PA. This hands-on counseling position supports nutrition education for low-income women, infants, and children, assisting staff and documenting services.

Responsibilities include outreach to enroll participants, scheduling, basic nutrition guidance, and data entry in QuickWIC. A high school diploma or GED and six months related experience are required, with PA driver’s license and Act 33/34/73 clearances.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of six months related work experience.
• Competency in computer skills in a Windows-based environment.
• Access to transportation in the Agency service area with PA driver's license and auto liability insurance.
• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 33 with renewal; Act 34 with renewal; Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.

Responsibilities

• Participate in outreach activities to increase WIC enrollment as requested by Supervisor.
• Maintain computerized clinic schedules for maximum efficiency.
• Provide basic nutrition information and counseling to participants.
• Print and issue food instruments in accordance with policies and print and maintain participant records.
• Complete online documentation of nutrition education contacts and reports.

Skills

Computer skills

Data entry

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

QuickWIC Data System

Job description

UPMC is hiring a Nutrition Assistant for WIC in Altoona, PA. This hands-on counseling position supports nutrition education for low-income women, infants, and children, assisting staff and documenting services.

Responsibilities include outreach to enroll participants, scheduling, basic nutrition guidance, and data entry in QuickWIC. A high school diploma or GED and six months related experience are required, with PA driver’s license and Act 33/34/73 clearances.