WIC Registered Dietitian

at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

Eastern Idaho Public Health is seeking a qualified and motivated Part-Time Registered Dietitian to join the Women, Infants, and Children ( WIC ) Program in our Idaho Falls office. This position is responsible for providing nutrition assessment, counseling, education, and care planning services to pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children. The Registered Dietitian develops and delivers nutrition education programs, promotes breastfeeding, determines participant eligibility, issues food benefits, and collaborates with healthcare providers to support positive health outcomes for WIC participants. The ideal candidate is committed to public health, values evidence-based nutrition practices, and enjoys working directly with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.

Location: Idaho Falls Office, Eastern Idaho Public Health Schedule: Part-Time, Benefit Eligible / 24 hours a week

CLASS PURPOSE

Conduct nutrition care and education programs for WIC participants, including program development, delivery, and related activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

+ Certification as a Registered Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

+ Eligibility for Registered Dietitian licensure in the State of Idaho in accordance with Idaho Code.

+ Knowledge of nutrition education principles and methods.

+ Education in current food handling, safety, and sanitation practices.

+ Experience identifying dietary problems related to nutrition intake; analyzing and evaluating nutrition data; and adapting nutrition counseling to individuals with varying educational and economic backgrounds.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition education programs and materials.

+ Assist participants with goal setting, food benefit issuance, and appointment scheduling.

+ Resolve vendor-related issues as directed by the State WIC Office.

+ Prepare educational materials for media release.

DUTIES

These duties represent the primary responsibilities of the position but are not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be assigned additional or different responsibilities as needed. Employees are expected to be receptive to additional assignments and to keep their supervisor informed if assignments require clarification or cannot be completed as assigned.

+ Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition education programs in compliance with federal, state, and district standards.

+ Perform nutrition assessments, including di