WIC Nutritionist
Comprehensive Community Action · Cranston, Rhode Island, US
Description CCAP Mission Statement - To empower all people and communities, challenged by poverty as well as social and cultural barriers, through advocacy,...
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Description CCAP Mission Statement - To empower all people and communities, challenged by poverty as well as social and cultural barriers, through advocacy, education, and access to high-quality health and human services. 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. WORK SCHEDULE DEMANDS: - This is a full-time 35-hour per week position. - Mondays and Tuesdays, 9-5; Wednesday 9:30-6:30; Thursday 9-5; Friday 9-4 - Some evenings are required - Nutritionists must stay to ensure proper reporting and customer service. - Expected to provide services at both WIC locations in Cranston and Coventry (Tuesday/Thursday) Requirements: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Minimum of BS Degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics - Licensure in State of Rhode Island; preferred - Basic computer knowledge - Skilled in anthropometric and hematological (lead and iron) measures - Extensive verbal and written commu...