WIC Nutritionist

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Countryside (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

CEDA is seeking a WIC Nutritionist to join the Women Infants & Children department in Countryside, IL. The role involves counseling, documentation, and coordinating client certification through the IWIC process, with a focus on high-risk clients and education sessions.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, with the floating schedule across Harvey, Blue Island, and Chicago Heights. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement options, along with professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics/Food and Nutrition or equivalent (Home Economist). Must meet Illinois DHS educational requirements for a Nutritionist.
• At least 1 year of related experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or community-based setting preferred.
• Floating schedule: 8:00a–4:30p, Monday–Friday, some Saturdays; floating between Harvey, Blue Island, Chicago Heights.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the WIC Advocate to complete all stages of client certification (screening, assessment, counseling, documentation, follow-up).
• Provide nutrition and breastfeeding counseling to eligible participants at certification and follow-up visits.
• Counsel high risk/high priority clients per WIC assessment and program standards.
• Maintain legible IWIC records documenting all client interactions.
• Schedule, coordinate, and conduct group and individual nutrition education sessions.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Client education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics/Food and Nutrition

Illinois DHS requirements for Nutritionist

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

SharePoint

Job description

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Women, Infants & Children Full-Time Countryside, IL, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1598

Salary Range: $23.50 To $27.21 Hourly

Join CEDA as a WIC Nutritionist!

Type:Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Salary:$ 23.32-27.27 hourly

CEDA (Community and Economic Development Association) is a dynamic nonprofit on a mission to empower communities and fight poverty. We are looking for a Nutritionist to join our dynamic Women Infant and Children Department and ensure our programs maintain the highest quality standards for the communities that need us!

What You'll do:

• Coordinate with the WIC Advocate to complete all stages of the client certification process including screening, assessment, counseling, documentation and follow up.
• Provides nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding counseling when applicable, to all eligible participants at certification and individual follow up visits.
• Provides appropriate counseling and follow up to high risk/high priority clients as determined by WIC assessment and adheres to program standards of practice.
• Maintains legible and complete client IWIC records, documenting all client educational contacts and pertinent information according to agency standards.
• Schedules, coordinates and conducts group and individual nutrition education sessions.

Why Join Us?

• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, generous PTO, and more!
• Professional Growth: Contribute to meaningful initiatives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
• Make an Impact:Your work directly supports the community through critical programs.

What We're Looking for:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics/Food and Nutrition or equivalent (Home Economist). Must meet Illinois Department of Human Services educational requirements for a Nutritionist.
• Preferred: At least 1 year of related experience is a plus, especially in a healthcare, nonprofit, or community-based setting. Experience with various socioeconomic populations is preferred.
• Schedule: 8:00a – 4:30p; Monday-Friday; some Saturdays required (at minimum 1 Saturday per year); change of schedule based on program needs. This is a floating position b ased at Harvey with frequent floating to Blue Island, Harvey and Chicago Heights.
• Training: Must complete breastfeeding education training within the first year of employment; upon completion, you will earn the title of Breastfeeding Support Counselor.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, SharePoint, and Internet. Experience with client management systems is a plus.

CEDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. CEDA is a recipient of federal funding and complies with all applicable non-discrimination provisions, including but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other applicable regulations. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.