WIC Nutritionist I — Nutrition & Breastfeeding Support

City of Joplin, MO; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Joplin, MO, is seeking a Nutritionist to deliver WIC nutrition services and breastfeeding education to program participants. This role emphasizes risk assessment, education, and supportive counseling in a community setting.

You will certify participants, develop care plans, and coordinate referrals while upholding confidentiality and state WIC policies. A degree in Dietetics or related field and Missouri licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nutrition and public health practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides nutrition and breastfeeding services to participants.
• Determines health and nutritional risk factors for WIC eligibility.
• Provides counseling and education to high-risk participants.
• Recommends food packages and coordinates benefits.
• Maintains confidentiality of records and data.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Counseling skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's in Dietetics

Master's in Public Health Nutrition

ACEND verification

RD/LD Missouri license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The City of Joplin, MO, is seeking a Nutritionist to deliver WIC nutrition services and breastfeeding education to program participants. This role emphasizes risk assessment, education, and supportive counseling in a community setting.

You will certify participants, develop care plans, and coordinate referrals while upholding confidentiality and state WIC policies. A degree in Dietetics or related field and Missouri licensure are required.