01/27/2024
JOIN our WIC Program Team.
Any questions please contact WIC Coordinator Sonia Morales Aldana at [email protected] or at 401-632-4770 ext 2
WE ARE HIRING….
Scalabrini Dukcevich Center WIC Program Nutritionist
Our Mission is to provide advocacy and educational services to all those in need and promote social inclusiveness, empowerment, and development of our multicultural and diverse communities regardless of their race, status, or religious background.
Our Vision is to ensure that each individual may become self-sufficient, valued, and integrated into our society as a productive, law-abiding citizen for the well-being of our communities.
Our Commitment is to welcome, watch over, counsel, and defend every individual by promoting social involvement to live in a society of mutual respect, appreciation, and equal opportunity for all.
This position offers a negotiable pay range starting at $20/hour.
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides nutrition information and education materials designed to improve health status, achieve positive change in dietary habits and emphasize links between nutrition and health, all in keeping with the individual's personal, cultural, and socioeconomic preferences. The nutritionist performs nutrition assessments of all WIC participants.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of BS Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
Licensure in State of Rhode Island, preferred
Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred but not required)
Basic computer knowledge
Skilled in anthropometric and hematological (lead and iron) measures
Extensive verbal and written communication with patients so they understand information provided.
Able to enter computer data and typed SOAP notes.
Must review studies and keep updated with appropriate nutrition materials.
WORK SCHEDULE DEMANDS
This is a full-time position (40 hours) or part time (25 hours)
Some evenings required, no overtime.
Every other Saturday 9am-2pm
Nutritionist must stay to ensure proper reporting and customer service.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION
Nutritionist has full access to patient medical and WIC records for accurate counseling.
Maintains confidentiality of all materials in accordance with State and Federal laws and
Scalabrini Dukcevich center policies and procedures
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical:
Evaluates nutritional status of WIC clients.
Provides nutrition education to achieve a positive change in dietary habits.
Problem solves patient related concerns and refers appropriately. Assigns food packages on individual basis to WIC participants.
Administrative:
Troubleshoots computer problems with Crossroads system.
Accountable for patient flow and client satisfaction of WIC office in absence of WIC Coordinator.
Participated in State WIC staff meetings, center's staff meetings.
Ensures compliance with State / Federal standards.
Other duties assigned as needed.
Scalabrini Dukcevich Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, s*xual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristics as established by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, terminations, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
OUR BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package includes 401 (k), health insurance, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation, sick and personal days, and
3 up to 12 available paid holidays for full-time employees and some benefits are included for part-time employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Application Process:
Cover letter and resume via email; to Sonia Aldana
-WIC Coordinator at [email protected]
