WIC NUTRITION EDUCATOR COORDINATOR

Axis Community Health; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Partial educational reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee discount programs

Colleague Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Axis Community Health is seeking a WIC Nutrition Educator Coordinator to provide nutrition counseling and health education to WIC participants under the WIC Director. Responsibilities include developing care plans, documenting in WIC Wise, and facilitating nutrition and breastfeeding classes while ensuring confidentiality and policy compliance.

The role supports the annual nutrition services plan, offers staff training, and collaborates with IBCLC referrals as needed, with a 0.75 FTE requirement

Qualifications

• Requires BS in Food or Nutrition Science.
• 1+ year of nutrition counseling experience; WIC experience preferred.
• RD credential preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition, breastfeeding, and health education to WIC participants.
• Develop nutrition care plans and document in WIC Wise.
• Conduct nutrition and breastfeeding classes and trainings.
• Provide referrals to IBCLC when appropriate.
• Maintain confidential documentation and compliance with WIC policies.

Skills

Bilingual

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Typing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Food or Nutrition Science

Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred

Tools

WIC Wise

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Axis Community Health, a nonprofit established in 1972, provides comprehensive healthcare services to over 15,000 individuals across all age groups in the Tri-Valley area. The mission of Axis Community Health is to provide quality, affordable, accessible and compassionate health care services that promote the well-being of all members of the community. Our mission is rooted in delivering high-quality patient care, encompassing primary healthcare, mental health support, and dental services. We are committed to ensuring access to essential healthcare services for every member of our community, irrespective of financial status, living situation, or insurance coverage.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Program Director, the WIC Nutrition Educator Coordinator provides nutrition, breastfeeding, and health education services to WIC participants, ensuring timely support, confidentiality, and compliance with WIC policies and procedures. Conducts participant assessments, develops individualized care plans and goals, documents services in WIC Wise, and responds to nutrition and breastfeeding inquiries, referring participants to the International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) as appropriate. Assists in developing and implementing the annual Nutrition Services Plan and education schedule, facilitates nutrition and breastfeeding classes, provides staff training as needed, attends required meetings and trainings, and performs other related duties to support WIC program operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Food or Nutrition Science is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in nutrition counseling. Prior WIC program experience is preferred.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) is preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to relate in a supportive and non-judgmental manner to all participants.
• Strong analytical, employee relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent writing, business communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with persons of all backgrounds.
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as on a team with the ability to exercise sound independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a professional demeanor and must positively represent the organization at all times.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships.
• Must be able to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Must be able to be at work regularly and on time.
• Must be a dynamic self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently or in a group setting.
• A can-do attitude and attention to detail, with the ability to organize.
• Ability to type a minimum of 35 WPM with minimal errors.
• Must have good computer skills using Microsoft Office and the ability to use Axis departmental systems.
• Must be able to use office equipment (i.e., copier, fax, etc.).
• Must be available to work a schedule of 30 hours per week (0.75 FTE), with flexibility to work additional hours based on clinic needs.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides nutrition education counseling and support on nutrition, breastfeeding, and health related issues to participants in a timely manner under the direction of the WIC Program Director.
• Develops nutrition care plan and required documentation in WIC WISE.
• Allows participant to select nutrition goal and provides referrals as needed.
• Provides staff in-service trainings as needed.
• Uses appropriate nutrition education materials.
• Enters correct food prescription in WIC wise and issues benefits.
• Answers and responds to nutrition and breastfeeding questions.
• Maintains an acceptable productivity rate.
• Communicates with health providers at needed.
• Provides breastfeeding and nutrition education classes to WIC participants.
• Provides referral to IBCLC when work is out of scope of practice.
• Demonstrates consistent compliance with WIC policies and procedures.
• Under the direction of the WIC Program Director, completes the nutrition education component in the annual nutrition services plan.
• Under the direction of the WIC Program Director, develops class lesson plans and annual class schedule.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential documentation of participant information, services, and data in WIC Wise.
• Participate in staff meetings, and attend other meetings and training events as assigned. Completes required WIC trainings as needed.
• May be required to perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits are available to employees working 30-40 hours per week (0.75-1.0 FTE).
• Employer paid health, dental, and vision benefits to the employee.
• Option to participate in a 403(B) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
• Partial educational reimbursement.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Accrued paid time off with each pay period.
• Employee discount programs.
• Colleague Referral Bonus Program.

Connect With Axis

Company Page: https://www.axishealth.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/axiscommunityhealth

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/axis-community-health

Annual Gratitude Report: https://issuu.com/axiscommunityhealth/docs/gratitudereport2024

Physical, Cognitive, And Environmental Working Conditions

Work is normally performed in a typical clinic office work environment (and, in some cases, telecommuting sites). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position if the accommodation request does not cause an undue hardship. Physical: Occasionally required to carry/lift/push/pull/move up to 20lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, reaching over the shoulder, reaching over the head, reaching outward, sitting, walking on various surfaces, standing, and bending. Occasional travel to other Axis health centers and other occasional travel will be required. Equipment: Frequently required to use repetitive motion of hands and feet to operate a computer keyboard, telephone, copier, and other office equipment for extended periods. Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and signage. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with staff etc. Must be able to speak clearly, understand normal communication, and be understood. Must be able to see clearly and have the ability to judge distances and spatial relationships to see objects where and as they actually are. Cognitive: Must be able to analyze the information being received, count accurately, concentrate and focus on the given task, summarize the information being received, accurately interpret written data, synthesize information from multiple sources, write summaries as needed, interpret written or verbal instructions, and recognize social or professional behavioral cues. Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office (medical clinic/office) environments. Rare exposure to dust and loud noises. Disclaimer: This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, Axis Community Health reserves the right to modify or change the requirements of the job based on business necessity.

Key Search Words

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