NEOGOV · 4 months ago
Nutritionist Specialist- Public Health - WIC (Denton)
Denton, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$64K/yr - $74K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Nutritionist Specialist for the Public Health - WIC program in Denton County. The role involves providing nutritional education, counseling clients, and determining eligibility for the WIC program while promoting proper nutritional habits among women and children.
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Responsibilities
Determines eligibility for WIC program participation based on established program guidelines
Teaches nutrition education classes and breastfeeding classes as set forth in the State approved plans; facilitates discussions on nutrition topics
Works with mother/baby dyads having breastfeeding problems in order to help resolve them or reach the mother’s goal
Works with babies having problems with formula intolerance in order to find the best formula for their particular situation while staying in compliance with WIC policy
Provides WIC clients with information and referrals in order to follow up on their health goals and risk factors identified by WIC during the eligibility screening
Carries out activities outlined in local agency and state plans including but not limited to, annual Nutrition Education Plan and Breastfeeding Plan
Coordinates breastfeeding promotion and support efforts
Plans and documents breastfeeding training for staff according to State requirements; manages breast pumps for WIC, including ordering, tracking, cleaning, and repairing as necessary
Counsels clients according to their concerns and needs; provides referrals as necessary
Distributes EBT cards and shopping lists to participants
Develops and leads nutrition, breastfeeding, and WIC outreach related projects
Provides nutrition and health screenings for pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children under five years old to determine eligibility for program; conducts lab work as necessary
Serves as a consultant to other Public Health programs and confers with various community health professionals and related groups to promote proper nutritional habits
Performs clerical and administrative duties as necessary, including data entry and answering phone calls related to breastfeeding concerns, formula problems, or other nutrition related concerns
Assigns and issues food packages appropriate for the client’s needs
Regular and punctual attendance is required
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum one year of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required
Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days of employment
Preferred
Registered Dietician preferred
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
Benefits
Group health plans for medical and dental coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life
Disability, and long term care insurance
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements
Retirement benefits
Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
Retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation)
12 paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
Brandon McDonald
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