Join our team who is committed to the delivery of the highest quality health care service. We are seeking a full-time WIC Nutritionist - Non RD that is self-motivated, energetic, and a take charge individual.
Job Responsibilities:
Determines WIC eligibility by identifying risk factors
Assesses nutritional needs and provides nutrition counseling and follow up for eligible WIC clientele
Develops individual care plans and provides anticipatory guidance for WIC clients
Monitors client care follow up recommendations as written in the WIC participant Care Plan
Modifies Care Plans according to changing client and family needs
Completes documentation in the following ROSIE fields during certification appointments: Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, Health, Diet, Risk, Immunization, Benefits, Care Plan, Finish, Education and Comments
Determines Food Instruments (FI) issuance interval, tailors FI benefits based on client needs, and prints FI
Refers clients to appropriate social and community resources
Provides individual nutrition education and diet counseling to high-risk clients
Authorizes requests for prescribed non-contract special formulas
Makes and approves medical referrals to qualified health professionals
Qualifications:
Registered Dietetic Technician: must maintain the DTR credential during the time of employment or Dietitian: registry-eligible and pass the ADA exam within six months of hire date and then maintain the RD credential during the time of employment
One to two years experience, preferably in WIC or maternal and child nutrition
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups
Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills
Ability to relate well to people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds
No Phone Calls Please. Qualified applicants may apply online, send resume to Sue Raymond, Vice President of Human Resources, Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers, 1337 S. 16th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 or fax to 414-672-0413. Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer.