WIC Nutritionist: Nutrition Education & Breastfeeding

Charles Drew Health Centers; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Drew Health Centers in Omaha, NE is seeking a WIC Nutritionist to assess nutritional status, certify participants, and provide participant-centered nutrition education. The role also supports breastfeeding and connects clients to community resources.

The position requires nutrition training, strong interview skills, and the ability to design WIC food packages while assisting satellite clinics as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field with nutrition emphasis.
• Includes completion of 15 college credit hours in human nutrition.
• Master's or RD eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document height and weight measurements and conduct testing.
• Conduct nutrition interviews and collect nutrition-related information.
• Perform nutrition assessment, certify WIC participants, and deliver education and counseling.
• Design WIC food packages and issue benefits per policy.
• Promote breastfeeding and provide referrals to services and resources.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and conferences to stay updated.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Public health knowledge

Cultural sensitivity

Patient education

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field to include Nursing, Public Health Nutrition, or Home Economics/Consumer & Family Sciences with emphasis in nutrition

15 college credit hours in human nutrition

Master's Degree, Registered Dietitian or RD eligible preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Charles Drew Health Centers in Omaha, NE is seeking a WIC Nutritionist to assess nutritional status, certify participants, and provide participant-centered nutrition education. The role also supports breastfeeding and connects clients to community resources.

The position requires nutrition training, strong interview skills, and the ability to design WIC food packages while assisting satellite clinics as needed.