WIC Nutrition Education Specialist

Florida; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Nine paid holidays

Health insurance options

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County is seeking a Nutrition Educator to support the WIC program by coordinating nutrition education services and ensuring compliance with federal and state policies.

You will conduct group or individual nutrition education on infant, prenatal, postnatal and breastfeeding topics, maintain records, and participate in meetings and staff development to improve program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of normal nutrition principles and life-cycle nutrition.
• Ability to develop nutrition education plans for individuals not at high medical risk.
• Ability to conduct education in group or individual settings.

Responsibilities

• Certify clients for WIC participation according to program policies.
• Provide nutrition education on infant, prenatal, postnatal, and breastfeeding topics.
• Maintain productivity standards for education and counseling.
• Perform anthropometric duties as needed.
• Utilize WIC data systems (FL Wise, e-Progress) for clinic functions.
• Coordinate education services and referrals for clients.
• Complete and enter required forms by deadlines.
• Attend staff meetings and training.
• Develop and revise nutrition education plans for clients.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Education planning

Group and individual education

Organizational ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics or nutrition

Valid driver's license

Tools

FL Wise

e-Progress

Job description

The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County is seeking a Nutrition Educator to support the WIC program by coordinating nutrition education services and ensuring compliance with federal and state policies.

You will conduct group or individual nutrition education on infant, prenatal, postnatal and breastfeeding topics, maintain records, and participate in meetings and staff development to improve program outcomes.