WIC Nutritionist 32 Flex

Care New England; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England is seeking a WIC Nutritionist to support nutrition education, breastfeeding, and eligibility determinations for pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children. This onsite role requires developing individualized care plans and coordinating with healthcare partners.

The position involves nutrition counseling, documentation, and coordinating food benefits while maintaining HIPAA compliance and participating in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, public health, or related area from a U.S. regionally accredited college.
• 1–2 years of experience in public health nutrition, clinical or outpatient dietetics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments for diverse populations including pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children.
• Review height, weight, growth patterns, labs, and health history to determine needs.
• Identify nutrition risks and determine WIC eligibility; develop care plans.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling; document services in system.
• Support breastfeeding education and address common concerns.
• Complete certifications, recertifications, and follow-up visits; issue food benefits according to guidelines.
• Maintain participant records; ensure HIPAA compliance; participate in quality activities.

Skills

Maternal nutrition

Breastfeeding support

Motivational interviewing

Cultural competency

Customer service

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Work Arrangement: Onsite Position

Schedule: Hours will vary between 10:30 AM-7 PM

• Monday: 8 hours
• Tuesday–Friday: 6 hours

The WIC Nutritionist helps pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children stay healthy through nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and access to healthy foods. This position provides nutrition counseling, determines WIC eligibility, develops care plans, and supports families in meeting their health and nutrition goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

Nutrition Services

• Conduct nutrition assessments for pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding women, infants, and children.
• Review height, weight, growth patterns, lab values, and health history.
• Identify nutrition risks and determine eligibility according to WIC guidelines.
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling based on participant needs.
• Document all services accurately in the WIC computer system.

Breastfeeding Support

• Provide breastfeeding education and encouragement.
• Assist participants with common breastfeeding concerns.
• Refer participants to Breastfeeding Peer Counselors, lactation consultants, and healthcare providers when appropriate.
• Promote breastfeeding as the preferred infant feeding method.

Participant Services

• Complete certifications, recertifications, and follow-up appointments.
• Review and issue food benefits according to program guidelines.
• Explain WIC foods, shopping procedures, and program requirements.
• Provide referrals to medical, social service, and community resources.
• Respond to participant questions by phone, video, and in-person appointments.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate participant records.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local WIC regulations.
• Complete required reports and documentation.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities.
• Protect participant confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Team Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with WIC staff, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Assist with clinic coverage and scheduling needs.
• Support outreach and community education activities.
• Help maintain a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, public health, or related area, granted by a U.S. regionally accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in public health nutrition, clinical or outpatient dietetics required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Maternal and child nutrition.
• Breastfeeding support.
• Motivational interviewing techniques.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity.
• Customer service and participant engagement.
• Time management and organization.

Preferred

• Previous WIC experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred).
• Experience with breastfeeding support and maternal-child nutrition.
• Dietetic internship / experience

EEO Statements

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job‑specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees conduct themselves consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.