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Nutritionist

Under general supervision, plans and conducts service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease in the WIC Department.  Provides nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals.  Serves as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to nurses, health educators or other health care providers in the facility.  

Requirements

  • Assess nutritional status and special needs of women, infants and children from health records, dietary questionnaires, and knowledge of community nutrition issues
  • Provide nutrition and breastfeeding support and counseling to participants 
  • Develop individualized care plans for women, infants, and children who meet high risk criteria
  • Record proper nutrition assessment documentation within participant’s medical record (using appropriate format)
  • Make referrals to and coordinate care with health care providers and community agencies when appropriate
  • Utilize accurate techniques for measuring weight and height for infants, children, and women
  • Share nutrition and breastfeeding education resources and information
  • Consult with physicians and health care professionals to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of participants
  • Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate strategies for promoting and supporting breastfeeding
  • Comply with all federal, state, local, agency policies, procedures, and regulations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Bilingual
  • Public Health WIC Experience
Date Posted
12/09/2025
Job Reference
T7001
Organization
District 3-3 County Position
Location
Clayton County, Distrist 3-3, GA
Category
Nutrition/Dietitian
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