WIC Nutritionist

Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany • Hudson, NY • 5h ago

$25.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Are you passionate about nutrition, community health, and making a real difference in people's lives? Catholic Charities of Columbia & Greene Counties is looking for a Qualified Nutritionist who wants more than just a job - you'll have the opportunity to empower individuals and families, strengthen community wellness, and see the direct impact of your work.

At Catholic Charities, you're not just a number. Every application is personally reviewed by our HR team or a trained hiring manager because we're intentional about building a team that reflects our mission, values, and commitment to compassionate service.

What You'll Do

As a key member of our WIC team, you will:

Build trusting relationships by addressing participant questions, concerns, and feedback, collaborating with the WIC Coordinator when needed

Support a smooth and respectful assessment and education process, keeping participants informed and engaged

Review and approve medical documentation in collaboration with healthcare providers

Plan, deliver, and evaluate participant-centered nutrition education for individuals, families, and groups-especially those with high-risk or specialized nutrition needs

Travel to outreach and satellite locations to expand access to vital services, including assisting with the WIC van as needed

Provide coverage as a Nutrition Assistant when required, verifying eligibility and accurately entering data into NYWIC

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition

1-3 years of experience working with diverse populations

A collaborative, compassionate professional who values community-based work

What We Offer

Competitive pay: $25.00-$26.00 per hour

Stable schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts (1-hour unpaid lunch)

A mission-driven workplace where your work truly matters

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

For benefit-eligible positions:

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Retirement planning options

Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

Exciting referral bonuses

Ongoing training and development

Recognition and Awards

Career Growth

A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\KnowYourRights\screen\reader\10_20.pdf)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)