WIC Nutritionist & Community Health Educator

Hamilton County Mayor's Office; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division is seeking a qualified WIC Nutritionist to deliver nutrition counseling at certifications and lead breastfeeding promotion. The role requires coordinating food packages and follow-up education, while partnering with providers to support WIC families.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Bachelor’s in Nutrition with RD/LDN credentials, and a Tennessee driver’s license. On-site work with community outreach and staff training is involved.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nutrition with 1+ year of direct nutrition experience; RD credential with LDN license in Tennessee.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition with 2+ years of direct work experience; RD credential with LDN license in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition counseling to clients at WIC certifications.
• Provide breastfeeding promotion and support.
• Prescribe appropriate WIC food package.
• Determine frequency of follow-up nutrition education.
• Communicate and refer clients to providers.
• Prepare nutrition education lesson plans for group classes.

Skills

Nutritional counseling

Breastfeeding support

Client education

Documentation

Interagency referrals

Education

Master’s Degree in Nutrition

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition

Job description

Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division is seeking a qualified WIC Nutritionist to deliver nutrition counseling at certifications and lead breastfeeding promotion. The role requires coordinating food packages and follow-up education, while partnering with providers to support WIC families.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Bachelor’s in Nutrition with RD/LDN credentials, and a Tennessee driver’s license. On-site work with community outreach and staff training is involved.