WIC Program Nutritionist

Overview

The VNA Health Group

A proud past. A compelling future.

A future that includes you.

 

For over 110 years, the VNA Health Group has served the needs of home health and hospice patients in our communities. In that time, we’ve grown to become an organization of 2500 dedicated employees in three states, a leader and innovator in health care, and an award-winning organization. For the last three years, we’ve been a certified Best Place to Work ®, we’ve been recognized by Fortune Magazine as a top provider for aging services, and many of our leaders have been awarded with distinction for their contributions to health care.

As a VNAHG employee, you’ll not only be joining a winning organization, but one that will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

 

The WIC Program Nutritionist will be based out of our office in Neptune, NJ and is responsible for providing nutrition assessment and counseling to ensure WIC Program services are provided to eligible participants.

 

 

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Responsibilities

Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers

Delivers a high level of customer service to assure positive patient experience

Completes comprehensive nutrition health assessment to determine WIC Program eligibility

Assesses needs of WIC participants for special formula

Provides nutrition education in appropriate format

Develops and maintains network of social services, food and community resources

Assesses daily clinic low and makes adjustments as necessary

Adheres to agency infection control and safety policies

Adheres to the organization’s policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance

Qualifications

BS in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition from accredited Plan IV, V or Didactic Program of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics OR Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Approval from NJ State WIC Office required

Experience with culturally diverse population

Strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills

Computer experience preferred

Valid drivers license 

Working Conditions/Physical Demand: Busy clinic environment at various locations in the community; ability to carry/lift 40 lbs; requires setting up tables and chairs; requires transporting supplies and equipment to WIC clinics; responsible for laptop and related equipment

EEOC

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.