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East Boston Neighborhood Health Center Nutritionist in East Boston, Massachusetts
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Time Type:
Part time
Department:
WIC
All Locations:
East Boston
Position Summary:
The WIC Program Nutritionist plays a vital role in providing comprehensive nutrition services to WIC participants, including infants, children, and prenatal and postpartum women. Under the supervision of the Senior Nutritionist, this position focuses on dietary evaluations, nutrition assessments, and education to promote health and well-being within the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Dietary Evaluations: Conduct thorough dietary evaluations for all categories of WIC participants.
Nutrition Assessments: Document nutrition assessments and counseling accurately and completely.
Nutritional Risk Determination: Identify nutritional risk factors based on federal guidelines.
Food Package Prescription: Prescribe appropriate food packages tailored to each participant’s nutritional risk.
Counseling and Education: Provide nutrition and breastfeeding counseling, along with educational resources.
Referral Services: Facilitate referrals to additional services through NeighborHealth and other community agencies as needed.
Bloodwork Procedures: Ensure proper procedures for collecting and assessing bloodwork values are followed.
Training Support: Assist the Senior Nutritionist in training Nutrition Assistant staff to achieve required competencies.
Quality Assurance: Provide ongoing supervision and education for Nutrition Assistants through chart reviews and co-signing for quality assurance as mandated by federal and state standards.
Coordinated Services: Contribute to coordinated prenatal services by participating in and facilitating breastfeeding education modules in Birth Classes at NeighborHealth.
Immunization Project Coordination: Serve as a Co-Coordinator for East Boston WIC’s Immunization Project.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition Education.
At least 1 year experience in nutrition preferred.
Proven leadership skills and decision-making ability.
Sensitivity to the diverse needs of the participant population.
Bicultural/bilingual skills are highly desirable.
Schedule & Pay:
Schedule: Per diem (minimum of 3 shifts per month, including at least 1 Saturday).
Pay: Starting at $21.95, up to $32.93, based on experience.
Join Us: If you are passionate about nutrition and community health, we invite you to apply for this impactful role! Your expertise will help shape healthier futures for families in our community.
There’s a reason NeighborHealth (formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center) is ranked as one of the "Top Places to Work" by The Boston Globe. It's because we're committed to maintaining a supportive and welcoming environment — for both our employees and our patients — that reflects our mission and culture. We are proud to offer benefits that support you inside and outside of work.
We strive to offer a variety of schedules, a diverse and inclusive workforce, and a patient-driven purpose that supports our local community. Additionally, we utilize our Education & Training Institute as a resource for our large employee workforce who seek to broaden their skill base and advance their careers. We hope you consider joining our team!
Medical & Dental Coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers
401(K) Retirement Plan
Educational Assistance
Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts
Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick and Personal Time
A Generous Staff Development Benefit
Excellent Malpractice Coverage
A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support
Free Parking
And Much More…