Nutritionist

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community through health and wellness?

Do you have a strong foundation in nutrition and dietetics and a desire to empower others?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Community Progress Council, Inc. (CPC) is currently seeking a dedicated Nutritionist to join our Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program. This vital role focuses on improving the health and well-being of women, infants, and children by providing nutrition education, personalized counseling, and access to essential health services.

Join us in creating a healthier future—one family at a time!

Responsibilities :

• Eligibility Assessment : Evaluate and determine applicant eligibility for the WIC program in accordance with established guidelines.
• Personalized Nutrition Counseling : Deliver tailored nutrition education and counseling to WIC participants, supporting healthy lifestyle choices and dietary habits.
• Health & Social Service Referrals : Identify participant needs and provide referrals to appropriate health care providers and community resources.
• Educational Outreach & Engagement : Share nutrition information through dynamic presentations using a variety of formats, including printed materials, visual displays, interactive demonstrations, and group sessions.
• Health Screenings & Assessments : Perform anthropometric measurements, interpret growth charts, and conduct hematological testing to monitor participant health.
• Nutritional Risk Evaluation : Analyze individual nutritional concerns and determine medical / nutritional risk factors to guide intervention strategies.
• Policy Communication : Clearly interpret and communicate public health nutrition policies, procedures, and best practices to individuals and community groups.

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Why Join Us?

At Community Progress Council, Inc., we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community.

Our benefits include, but are not limited to medical, paid dental, and paid vision coverage the 1st of the month after the date of hire, 401(k) retirement plan with 3% match, generous paid time off, 10 company-paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, tuition reimbursement opportunities and pay differential for bilingual staff.

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