WIC NUTRITION COORDINATOR

Description

Summary: Perform a variety of professional duties for participants of the federal Supplemental Food Program for Women Infant and Children (WIC) under the supervision of the WIC Director, Associate Director or the Practice Administrator. Is guided by a thorough knowledge of counseling methods: practices and procedures, applicable government regulation, the policies and procedures of the NYSDOH WIC Program and the Institute for Family Health. Uses the NYSDOH NYWIC computer system to process WIC participants information.

Is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objective and policies of the WIC Program and the organization. Has a through knowledge of the community and public health facilities so as to refer participants as needed. Assist the WIC Director and/or Associate Director with related departmental duties. Is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objective and policies of the department and organization.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics Food and Nutrition which meets ADA minimum requirements (RD eligible)
• A minimum of 1 year nutrition education experience in Community setting in nutrition counseling and teaching skills.
• Demonstrate computer skills and familiar with windows environments Microsoft word, Excel, Power point.
• Bilingual -English/Spanish preferred
• The ability to work with different background.

The Institute for Family offers a generous, comprehensive, and competitive range of benefits and perks with the best employers in New York to our staff. Employees have the ability to choose which plan is the best for them and their families at every stage of life.

Health Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible family members.

Time-Off

Generous paid sick, vacation, and personal time.

Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan

The Institute for Family Health contributes to a dedicated account for your retirement.

Voluntary Employee Retirement Plan

Save your own money for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth (post-tax) basis, and select from a range of investment options.

Life Insurance

An employer-sponsored plan for you, and access to additional voluntary coverage for you and your eligible dependents.

Short & Long-Term Disability

Income protection to support you in the event of an illness or injury.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts help you save tax-free to pay for eligible expenses throughout the year.

Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement

Financial assistance for work-related courses, degree programs, and certificate programs