Nutritionist

Under the supervision of the WIC VP/Manager, the WIC Dietician or Nutritionist is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating WIC Program activities related to nutrition education and overall program delivery. The WIC Dietician/Nutritionist is responsible for providing staff training as well as hands on learning opportunities and mentoring of clinic staff.This position may require relocation/reassignment to any of our clinics based on business needs. Flexibility and willingness to relocate are required.Nevada Health Centers is an employer of choice and offers comprehensive benefits, including but not limited to:Competitive compensation, with annual merit increasesCompany sponsored PPO medical plan and buy-up option, vision, and dental plans403(b) retirement plan with employer matchGenerous time-off policy, and ten (10) paid holidays plus one (1) float holidayCompany paid life/AD&D and long-term disability policiesEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMust attend and complete training as required by the State of Nevada WIC AdministrationProvides individual nutrition counseling of high-risk participants and develops nutrition care plans using the SOAP formatActs as a team player within the WIC clinics through determining WIC eligibility, assisting with appointment scheduling, phone calls, checking in participants and providing WIC benefitsActs as a team player within the WIC clinics by assisting with the certification process to include anthropometrics, assessing growth status, hematology, dietary assessment, nutrition counseling and prescribing food packagesEnter appropriate data into the WIC application and documents certification, counseling, and referrals using the appropriate formsPromotes breastfeeding in a positive manner to WIC participants and Community Partners; provide breastfeeding education, support and breast pump issuanceFacilitates group nutrition education classes in a participant centered mannerConducts staff training with any new implementations of risk codesActs as a preceptor to WIC competent professional authority trainees (CPATs) and to CPAsMentor CPA trainees through the CPA on-line training modulesProvide coaching and mentoring opportunities to enhance learning of CPATs and CPAsEmphasizes and explains the importance of high risk codesAnswer questions and provide directions and adviceProvide opportunities for observational learningEvaluate hands on learning activities by completing the CPA Training Modules and skills checklists with the traineesAdminister CPA Training Module quizzes and proctor the final practical examProvide on-going mentoring opportunities for all staff; conduct staff assessments as well as provide effective feedback for enhancing skillsRefer participants for services to other community agencies and document in participant recordIdentify staff needs and participate in and provide in-service training on those needs at staff team meetingsAttend workshops, meetings and conference calls as needed or required by the positionEvaluate and provide training on nutrition education materials to be used in the WIC clinicsAttends and assists with community eventsKeeps up to date with WIC policies and proceduresKeeps up to date with state, county and local programs essential for NVHC and WIC target populationsRequired QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in dietetics or nutritionPreferred QualificationsSkill in operating computer databasesEnglish and Spanish preferredAbility to read, write, and calculate mathematical figuresExperience in health care servicesPosse’s excellent communication skills for interviewing participantsFacilitating group nutrition education classes and communicating with staff through mentoring opportunities and providing effective feedbackPractices in a manner consistent with legal and ethical standards including WIC RegulationsKnowledge of programs available that support nutritional and other health issuesAbility to travel and/or provide coverage to multiple clinic locationsEqual Opportunity StatementNevada Health Centers will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or any other category protected by law.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) StatementReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.