WIC Nutrition Educator & Breastfeeding Support

Community Medical Centers; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

403(b) retirement plan with company-m​

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Employee assistance program

Short/Long Disability Insurance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Community Medical Centers is seeking a Nutrition Aide for the WIC Stockton program. The role provides participant-centered education, nutrition assessment, and counseling to women, infants, and children participating in WIC, under supervision.

You will identify high-risk participants, determine eligibility, issue vouchers, and coordinate with WIC dietitians across multiple sites. Requires basic nutrition knowledge and a valid BLS certificate or ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One-year paid experience in a WIC program or other health program providing education or counseling services.
• Ability to type 35 wpm; applicant to furnish certification.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition principles.
• Valid California driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and personal transportation.
• Current BLS certificate or ability to obtain BLS before hire date.

Responsibilities

• Promotes mission, vision and values of the organization.
• Provide participant-centered education, nutrition assessment and counseling for women and guardians in WIC.
• Identify high risk participants and refer to WIC dietitian.
• Determine eligibility of WIC applicants.
• Issue food vouchers and instruct participants in their use.
• Translate program information/materials as needed.
• Teach group nutrition education classes.
• Travel to different sites as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Nutrition knowledge

Diversity sensitivity

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pronto

Hemocue

Job description

Community Medical Centers is seeking a Nutrition Aide for the WIC Stockton program. The role provides participant-centered education, nutrition assessment, and counseling to women, infants, and children participating in WIC, under supervision.

You will identify high-risk participants, determine eligibility, issue vouchers, and coordinate with WIC dietitians across multiple sites. Requires basic nutrition knowledge and a valid BLS certificate or ability to obtain one.