WIC Nutrition Educator & Community Health Coach

Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Miami is seeking a Nutrition Educator to deliver WIC nutrition counseling and breastfeeding education to diverse clients. You will document in the WIC system and coordinate with healthcare professionals to meet nutritional needs.

The incumbent will assess eligibility, provide referrals to lactation and nutrition resources, and operate FL-WISE data systems with accuracy. Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Creole is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Creole preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition counseling and education to WIC participants.
• Document findings and recommendations in the WIC electronic record.
• Assess eligibility based on income and nutrition guidelines; refer to BFPC/IBCLC as needed.
• Operate FL-WISE Data System and related devices.

Skills

Nutrition education

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Nutritional Sciences or related field

Job description

Florida Department of Health in Miami is seeking a Nutrition Educator to deliver WIC nutrition counseling and breastfeeding education to diverse clients. You will document in the WIC system and coordinate with healthcare professionals to meet nutritional needs.

The incumbent will assess eligibility, provide referrals to lactation and nutrition resources, and operate FL-WISE data systems with accuracy. Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Creole is preferred.