WIC Program Nutritionist

WIC Program Nutritionist

Children's Family Health Institute (CFHI) is seeking a compassionate and motivated WIC Program Nutritionist to join our mission-driven team. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of women, infants, and children by providing culturally responsive nutrition assessments, counseling, and education. As a trusted advocate for families in our community, the Nutritionist supports healthier outcomes, empowers participants with knowledge, and delivers WIC services with dignity, excellence, and care—while contributing to CFHI's commitment to equitable, community-based healthcare.

Position Summary: Responsible for providing nutrition assessment and counseling to ensure WIC Program services are provided to eligible participants

Principal 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 flow 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

Job Competencies & Minimum 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.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is USD $26.00 to USD $34.00. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

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.