WIC Nutritionist & Breastfeeding Program Manager

Craven County; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Craven County's WIC program seeks a qualified nutrition professional to interview applicants, assess nutritional and anthropometric status, and determine eligibility for the WIC program. The role includes developing educational materials and promoting healthy nutrition practices in the community.

The position emphasizes breastfeeding support, counseling, and growth assessment, with referrals to Medicaid, CC4C, and Family Services as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration
• ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition
• Two years nutrition experience

Responsibilities

• Interview applicants to assess nutritional and anthropometric status and determine WIC eligibility.
• Provide nutrition education on infant/child feeding, prenatal nutrition and nutrition during pregnancy.
• Promote breastfeeding individually and in the community.
• Develop nutrition education materials for breastfeeding mothers and WIC participants.
• Assess growth and nutritional status and monitor progress through growth measures and data.
• Refer participants to Medicaid, CC4C, Family Services, and other supports as indicated.
• Promote breastfeeding in the community and provide individual support for breastfeeding mothers.
• Assist the WIC director in monitoring caseload and program operations.

Education

Master's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition

Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Community Nutrition

ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics or equivalent

Two years nutrition experience

Job description

Craven County's WIC program seeks a qualified nutrition professional to interview applicants, assess nutritional and anthropometric status, and determine eligibility for the WIC program. The role includes developing educational materials and promoting healthy nutrition practices in the community.

The position emphasizes breastfeeding support, counseling, and growth assessment, with referrals to Medicaid, CC4C, and Family Services as needed.