Nutritionist Assistant at BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nutrition Assessment, Breastfeeding Support, Customer Service, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Computer Skills, Data Collection, Referral Services

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Assist the WIC Nutritionists and the Nutrition Coordinator in the implementation and promotion of nutrition education activities in the WIC Program. The Nutrition Assistant will provide support to the nutrition staff, including gathering information for nutrition assessment process, obtaining anthropometric and hematological data, as trained. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Essential Functions and Duties: Functions as a WIC Associate for the day to day operation & smooth flow of operation. Rotate to the satellite to provide WIC services. Perform all WIC Associate duties as required. - Provide clinic and office support to the Qualified Nutritionist - Collect information for the nutrition assessment process, including obtaining anthropometric and hematological data, as trained - Participate in breastfeeding promotion and support - Complete issuance of food packages that do not require medical documentation, once prescribed by the Qualified Nutritionist. - Provide referrals to health and social services, and document follow-up - Identify and refer participants to a Qualified Nutritionist - Assist Qualified Nutritionist in planning and evaluating participant-centered nutrition education (such as Food demos, healthy lifestyles, etc.) Required Skills/Abilities: - Provide clinic and office support to the Qualified Nutritionist - Collect information for the nutrition assessment process, including obtaining anthropometric and hematological data, as trained - Participate in breastfeeding promotion and support - Complete issuance of food packages that do not require medical documentation, once prescribed by the Qualified Nutritionist. - Provide referrals to health and social services, and document follow-up - Identify and refer participants to a Qualified Nutritionist - Excellent telephone manner, Basic computer skills Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Requirements Education and Experience: High School Diploma required. Post high school education preferred. One year of experience working with children and families Computer skills required. Knowledge of the NYWIC preferred Demonstrate strong customer service skills. Ability to work with diverse public and availability to work on weekend. Bilingual is a plus: Spanish, French or Creole Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Responsibilities

The Nutritionist Assistant will assist WIC Nutritionists and the Nutrition Coordinator in implementing nutrition education activities and providing support for the nutrition assessment process. Responsibilities include collecting data, participating in breastfeeding promotion, and issuing food packages as prescribed.