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Job Description
Job Posting: Public Health Nutritionist (16-week Contract Position with WIC)
Position: Public Health Nutritionist
Contract Duration: 16 weeks
Location: Multiple locations in Chicago (travel required)
Training: 2-week training provided
Hours: 35 hours per week
Responsibilities:
- Provide nutritional counseling and education to participants of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program
- Conduct assessments and develop personalized nutrition plans for individuals and families
- Deliver group education sessions on topics such as prenatal nutrition, infant feeding, and healthy eating for children and adults
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate services and support the overall health and well-being of WIC participants
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with program guidelines
- Stay updated on current research and best practices in public health nutrition
Requirements:
- Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Dietetics, Foods, and Nutrition, or a directly related field OR a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Foods, and Nutrition, or a directly related field plus 2 years of work experience in Public Health nutrition or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience provided that the minimum education requirement of 20 hours/credits in Food and Nutrition courses is met
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (preferred)
- Experience working with the WIC program (preferred)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel to multiple locations in Chicago
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
For more information, contact [email protected]
Carly Brown
National Healthcare Consultant
813-792-3427
[email protected]
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