Nutritionist I - Pediatrics WIC (North Channel)

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The Pediatric WIC Nutritionist at our North Channel location (13457 East Freeway, Houston, 77015) collects, reviews, and assesses nutrition-related data to determine the nutritional needs of a WIC applicant. The nutritionist counsels the client based on the client's nutritional needs and offers appropriate referrals to meet any additional needs outside of the WIC program. Additionally, the nutritionist would oversee the nutrition education classes offered in the clinic and participate in outreach events in the community. This is an entry level position that offers invaluable exposure to a vulnerable target population who are in the most critical period of growth and development. Schedule: Full-Time, Mon-Fri 7: 30am - 4pm (2 Saturdays per month)

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary:

Provides nutrition information and services to promote and maintain proper nutritional practices, health protection and care.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Certifies potential applicants for program eligibility based upon assessment of anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary information following federal and state regulations, policies and procedures.
• Counsels program participants on individual nutritional needs based on certifications criteria and determines follow up continuity of care.
• Teaches nutrition education classes following the class module and schedule as described in the Annual Nutrition Education Plan.
• Oversees sample formula distribution to program participants, orders sample formula, and inventory reconciliation and breast pump inventory.
• Creates and assembles educational bulletin boards in the clinic area.
• Assists Clinic Manager in the overall productivity of the clinic regarding the monthly caseload, customer services issues, and ongoing staff training.
• Participates in nutrition seminars, workshops, etc., to ensure continuing education in various areas of nutrition science.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• None

Minimum Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or related field required
Minimum Experience:
None
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.