WIC Nutritionist

Job Description

Job Description

DescriptionJoin an employer that cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides the opportunity to use your professional skills to make our community a better place.We are a private, not-for-profit organization that coordinates public health grants for a 26-county region in central PA, seeking a Nutritionist to work in the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program in Cumberland County. This is a full-time position. RequirementsThe successful candidates will provide nutrition education to clients, promote and support breastfeeding, prescribe and tailor food packages, refer clients to other health and social services, and maintain documentation of client care plans. WIC program experience preferred but training will be provided. Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics is preferred or a degree in another health science field such as Public Health with a minor in Nutrition. Must possess excellent customer-service and communication skills. Local travel in both Cumberland and Perry County, and some evening and Saturday hours may be required. Child Protection Clearances (formerly "Act 153 Clearances") The following clearances and background checks are required upon employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH) FBI Criminal Record Check, from fingerprinting PA Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA) SummaryWe strongly encourage you to apply if you are from a marginalized or underrepresented group, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants. FHCCP is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life and expects all employees and contractors to further that as part of their commitment to our organizational vision, mission, and values.   Current Benefits for Full-time Employees Include:   Medical/Dental/Vision Flexible Spending Account   Health Savings Account   Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability   Company Paid Life Insurance   401k with 50% up to 6% of salary   Paid Time Off Bank (20 days per year to start)   15 Paid Holidays   6 weeks Paid Parental Leave   Bereavement Leave   Breastfeeding Support   Employee Assistance Program