What are the responsibilities and job description for the WIC Nutritionist position at Clayton County Board of Health?
JOB RESPONSIBILITES:
· Assess nutritional status and special needs of women, infants and children from health records, dietary questionnaires, and knowledge of community nutrition issues
· Provide nutrition and breastfeeding support and counseling to participants
· Develop individualized care plans for women, infants, and children who meet high risk criteria
· Record proper nutrition assessment documentation within participant’s medical record (using appropriate format)
· Make referrals to and coordinate care with health care providers and community agencies when appropriate
· Utilize accurate techniques for measuring weight and height for infants, children, and women
· Share nutrition and breastfeeding education resources and information
· Consult with physicians and health care professionals to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of participants
· Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate strategies for promoting and supporting breastfeeding
· Comply with all federal, state, local, agency policies, procedures, and regulations
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual
- Public Health WIC Experience
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 29 per week
Medical Specialty:
- Public Health
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25