Health Imperatives is a non-profit community-based agency, predominantly serving families and individuals in Southeastern, MA. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of low-income or vulnerable families and individuals in Southeastern Massachusetts. We accomplish this mission by administering both health and violence intervention and prevention programs and services.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

TITLE: Senior Nutritionist

PROGRAM: Health Imperatives – Plymouth WIC Program

HOURS: Monday – Friday (One Saturday per month)

REPORTS TO: Program Director

SALARY: $25.47 - $33.10 per hour

OVERVIEW: The Senior Nutritionist is a member of the Plymouth WIC program management team responsible for administering the program's nutrition services.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Plans supervise and evaluate the nutrition component of the site location.
Ensures compliance with Federal Regulations and State Policies on all aspects of Nutrition Education and Certification of WIC clients.
Supervises and mentors nutrition staff to ensure effective delivery of nutrition services and education to WIC families. Conducts EOS documentation, record reviews, and nutrition staff evaluations.
Acts as Nutrition liaison between the State WIC office, Local Health Care Providers, and HI WIC program.
Supervises the Breastfeeding Coordinator and assists with the development implementation and evaluation of breastfeeding promotion and support activities.
Provides Individual and Group Nutrition Education Counseling and Certification in a highly client-sensitive way.
Attends WIC nutritionist Work Group and Business meetings and other required meetings at the WIC Learning Center.
Works as a team with the Program Director and Community Coordinator to develop outreach and referral networks.
Oversees provision and evaluation of nutrition education for local farmers’ markets.
As needed, providers provide training to community agencies and health care providers on WIC's nutritional aspects, WIC food package and nutrition updates, and breastfeeding promotion.
Other duties as required by the Program.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics AND one of the following: Master's degree in public health nutrition, nutrition, foods, and nutrition, OR Nutrition education and (1) year post-graduate community nutrition experience OR Registered Dietitian with (1) year post-graduate community nutrition experience OR Bachelor's degree in public health nutrition, nutrition, or nutrition education and (2) years post-graduate community nutrition experience. Two years providing WIC Nutrition education and counseling; experience in program planning and administration; strong leadership and decision-making skills; excellent communication skills; sensitivity to participants' needs, including strong, client-centered service skills and cultural competency. Demonstrate strong teamwork skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Licensed Nutritionist or Registered Dietitian Preferred

Certified Lactation Consultant or CLC eligible.

Health Imperatives is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to building and maintaining a diverse community. Persons from diverse backgrounds, including women, communities of color, LGBTQ individuals, and people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.