WIC Nutritionist — Public Health Impact & On-Call

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

Job summary

Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division seeks a WIC nutrition professional to certify clients, deliver nutrition education, and perform risk assessments. duties include prescribing food packages, providing breastfeeding support, and coordinating client referrals.

The role requires a Master’s in Nutrition with direct experience or a Bachelor’s with RD credentials and Tennessee LDN license, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nutrition with 1 year of direct nutrition experience.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential with Tennessee LDN license.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition with 2 years of direct nutrition experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide WIC services including certification and nutrition education.
• Promote and support breastfeeding where appropriate.
• Document nutrition education and client follow-up in records.
• Coordinate referrals and prepare nutrition education materials.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Breastfeeding support

Client risk assessment

Record keeping

Communication skills

Health education

Education

Master’s in Nutrition

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Bachelor’s in Nutrition

Tools

Electronic health records

Computer software literacy

Job description

Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division seeks a WIC nutrition professional to certify clients, deliver nutrition education, and perform risk assessments. duties include prescribing food packages, providing breastfeeding support, and coordinating client referrals.

The role requires a Master’s in Nutrition with direct experience or a Bachelor’s with RD credentials and Tennessee LDN license, plus a valid driver’s license.