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Last updated: April 30, 2024

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WIC Program Director at Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc.

Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc., a federally qualified community health center located in Durham, NC is recruiting for a WIC Program Director. This position is responsible for managing a large multi-faceted nutrition program in a community health center. The WIC Program Director plans nutritional program activities to correspond with services provided and administered by the WIC Program. The position is responsible for program planning and budgeting as well as service delivery functions, clinician contact and coordination, problem solving policy development nd modification, and training. The position is administrative with little involvement in direct client services. Work may include other related duties as determined by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The WIC Program Director must have an advanced knowledge and skill in comprehensive nutrition assessment and care planning, including problem diagnosis, counseling, and evaluation of clients from diverse backgrounds and ages. Excellent management and supervisory skills, and the ability to manage diverse staff are required. Demonstrated ability in staff development to include motivation techniques, staff accountability, performance expectations and correction. The ability to plan, develop, direct and evaluate Team Members. The ability to research nutritional information, identify trends, and apply to service delivery as appropriate is required. A general knowledge of community, resources, and socio-economic dynamics to provide outreach activities is required. The position requires excellent interviewing, counseling, and dietary assessment skills. Ability to plan, develop, direct, and evaluate a nutrition program and staff is required. The Program Director is responsible for training and supervising staff, students and interns. The ability to establish rapport with agencies and groups within the community and communicate effectively with diverse populations is required. Needs to be comfortable receiving and carrying out directions from a multi-tiered agency system including Nutrition Services Branch and Food and Nutrition Services. Ability to participate as a contributing member of the organization’s leadership team is required.

EDUCATION

The Nutritionist II will require a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration; or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition; or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education-approved Didactic Program in Dietetics and two years nutrition experience; or Dietetic Technician, registered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration with a Bachelor’s degree in any subject area from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience; or a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience. The Nutritionist III requires Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education with a Master’s degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Nutrition from an accredited college or university and one year experience; or Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education and two years nutrition experience.

Apply here: https://lincolnchc.org/?page_id=8061

Posted April 30, 2024

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor/Processing Assistant at Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc.

Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc., a federally qualified community health center located in Durham, NC is recruiting for a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor/Processing Assistant. The Peer Counselor will provide basic breastfeeding information, encouragement and support to WIC participants and perform within the Peer Counselor Scope of Practice while following the WIC Program policies and procedures. The Peer Counselor will teach basic, evidence-based techniques that help ensure a successful start in breastfeeding, work within the policies and procedures of the WIC Program, maintain records according to legal requirements and ethical practices. The Peer Counselor must participate in trainings required by the North Carolina Community Nutrition Services Section. This position is also responsible for issuing eWIC cards to clients, providing low-risk nutrition education and information on accessing benefits from local eWIC vendors, taking anthropometric measurements and performing blood collection (Hemoglobin) following WIC Program federal and state guidelines.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be a mother who is currently breastfeeding or has breastfed. Possess similar sociocultural background as the women they support. Have the ability to communicate effectively and courteously with clients and co-workers and provide courteous and respectful customer service. Have the ability to interpret changes in rules and regulations pertaining to the WIC Program and to pay attention to details as well as be able to multi-task. Ability to work face-to-face and by telephone with a culturally diverse, high-risk population of low income pregnant and breastfeeding women and young infants. Computer skills required. Be competent in carrying out directions from a multi-tiered agency system, including Nutrition Services Branch.

Graduation from high school or equivalent with one (1) year of general clerical/computer experience. Additional clerical and mathematical courses preferred. Must be a paraprofessional.

Apply here: https://lincolnchc.org/?page_id=8061

Posted April 16, 2024

WIC Nutritionist at Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc.

Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc., a federally qualified community health center located in Durham, NC is recruiting for a Nutritionist (WIC).

The WIC Nutritionist will provide nutrition services for women, infants and children who are enrolled in the WIC Program at Lincoln Community Health Center and satellite clinics. They will also assess nutrition needs using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, dietary and socioeconomic information to develop a nutrition plan of care and provide WIC clients with nutrition counseling. Client base includes low-risk to high-risk cases.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Work requires specialized knowledge in fundamental dietetics, behavior change theory and nutrition through the life cycle. Skillful application of this knowledge is required in counseling clients from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and who have uncomplicated or well-managed health issues. Ability to maintain rapport with clients. Demonstration of critical thinking as applied to practice of clinical dietetics and WIC Program guidelines. Needs to be comfortable receiving and carrying out directions from a multi-tiered agency system including Nutrition Services Branch.

EDUCATION: Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetic Education, approved program in Dietetics, or Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Accreditation for Education with a Bachelor’s Degree in a any subject area from an accredited four-year college or university; or a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university.

EXPERIENCE: Preferred one year of experience in the field of nutrition and/or community nutrition rotation in a WIC setting.

Apply here: https://lincolnchc.org/?page_id=8061

Posted April 16, 2024

WIC Nutritionist at Wake County Government

Wake County is currently recruiting for a full time WIC Nutritionist (Registered Dietitian) that will serve Prenatal Clinic clients. The WIC Nutritionist identifies nutrition risks, provides nutrition counseling, and completes food prescriptions for WIC program participants- works closely with other program employees, including nutrition, breastfeeding, laboratory team members, and client services coordinators to ensure WIC services are effectively provided.

Essential Functions:

Determines program eligibility for applicants in compliance with federal, state and local guidelines and policies
Conducts nutrition assessment, provides nutrition education, determines plan of care, assigns client goals and food packages, and makes referrals to outside resources as appropriate to program participants
Consults with program employees, healthcare and social service providers to coordinate client care
Documents client information within electronic record at all WIC services locations, including prenatal and special infant care clinics
Assists with special projects and community outreach events
Participates in planning for and supervision of the public health field experience for students and interns
May conduct group nutrition education classes
Obtains anthropometrics as needed

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related field (required) – equivalent education and experience are accepted
No specific experience required
Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) approved program (preferred)
Registered Dietitian (preferred)
Spanish language skills (preferred)

Location: Human Services Center Sunnybrook Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: 40 hr work week hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-5:15, 1 eve/wk until 7:00 PM, & 1 Sat per month 8:30-2:00
Hiring Range: $21.33 – $28.80
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 4/19/2024

Apply here: https://ewaketalent.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home/requisition/7141?c=ewaketalent

Posted April 16, 2024

WIC Assistant Manager at Piedmont Health Services, Inc.

Housed within one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center organizations in North Carolina, the Piedmont Health Services WIC Program supports a large perinatal and pediatric population in Chatham and Orange Counties. The WIC Assistant Manager will help support a team of WIC Nutritionist, Administrative Assistants and Breastfeeding Peer Counselors, who collectively serve as the primary source of nutrition and lactation support to a vibrant and diverse local community. The WIC Assistant Manager is accountable for the day-to-day administrative operations of the Piedmont Health Services (PHS) WIC Program, including staff scheduling, timesheet & payroll approvals, and inventory management. They perform a variety of responsible tasks that include providing programmatic, policy-related and technical assistance to the WIC staff. Ensures program quality control that aligns with the standards, policies and mission of PHS, as well as the national and state WIC agencies. Provides supervision and direct support to Lead Nutritionists and float staff. Assesses the training needs of the team and provides appropriate training opportunities. Involved in hiring, evaluation, auditing and performance improvement plans within the department. Works collaboratively with the WIC & Breastfeeding Programs Manager to meet program goals set by the state WIC agency and the PHS Organization. Supports and monitors program outreach within the department. Conducts state mandated audits and required periodic reviews of the breastfeeding supplies inventory and Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program. Collaborates with local agencies to support breastfeeding in the community and is actively involved with community and national breastfeeding groups that furthers breastfeeding promotion and support for the WIC Program. Provides direct patient care as a nutritionist in WIC clinics routinely.

If licensed as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), they will also provide direct care to breastfeeding mothers and babies in the WIC and medical clinics, as well as during home or hospital visits when needed. Will function as a WIC Designated Breastfeeding Expert (DBE) and provide complimentary support for the Peer Counselor team if they are working with families who have complex lactation issues that are outside their scope of practice. An IBCLC in this role will also work with other lactation staff to provide clinical precepting opportunities to lactation students in partnership with NC academic institutions who offer lactation training programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Nutrition, Public Health, other Health related degree program

Current/valid License: Registered Dietitian (RD) by The Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR) and licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) by the North Carolina Board of Dietetics and Nutrition, licensure as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), or completion of all coursework/internship and exam eligible for RD or IBCLC.

Experience: Minimum two years of public health experience and two years supervisory experience preferred. English-Spanish bilingual strongly preferred.

Apply here: https://piedmonthealth.myexacthire.com/jobs/226063.html

Posted April 16, 2024

Public Health Education Specialist at Durham County Department of Public Health

The DCoDPH is hiring a full-time Public Health Education Specialist (position number 40009176) with a salary range of $55,366 to $62,850. The role, which is grant-funded until June 2026, involves advanced work in health education, including community assessment, program planning, and evaluation. The specialist will coordinate the ICO4MCH Initiative aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes in Durham, NC. Responsibilities include community engagement, program management, and data collection. Minimum qualifications include a degree in health education and relevant experience, with a preference for knowledge of local maternal and child health initiatives.

Posted April 3, 2024

3 Business Engagement Specialists at Breastfeeding Communities in Durham County, Franklin County, and/or Orange County

Breastfeeding Communities is seeking a community advocate looking for a flexible, very part-time job that allows you to make a significant impact in your community. Must be a resident of Franklin County, Durham County, or Orange County. All you need is passion and comfort in talking to local business owners about becoming community partners. Whether you prefer to be hired as a contractor or receive gift cards, we’re flexible. Interested? Reach out via text at 919-622-8787 or email contact@breastfeedingcommunities.org .

Posted April 3, 2024

Aya Birth & Community Wellness is searching to fill two positions: 1) Medical Interpreter; 2) Spanish-speaking Certified Nurse Midwife!

Holding true to the midwifery model of care, Aya Birth & Community Wellness offers access to affordable Prenatal, Postpartum and Newborn care, with delivery by the staff at Duke Regional Hospital. This clinic is open to anyone seeking our services and a sliding scale payment system is available for those who are uninsured, under insured, and/or undocumented who desire midwifery care with birth in the hospital setting. At this time Medicaid is the only accepted insurance plan.

They are in search of a medical interpreter as well as a Spanish speaking Certified Nurse Midwife that would be interested in joining their team in the future. If you or anyone you know would be interested in starting a conversation with the Aya Birth & Community Wellness team, please email Amber Rodriguez at amber@ayawellness.org.

Posted March 29, 2024

Breastfeeding Community Educator at Franklin County Health Department

The Franklin County Health Department is seeking a passionate and dedicated Breastfeeding Community Educator to join their team. This is a grant-funded position with funding through May of 2026, with the possibility of extension. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide support and education to new mothers on breastfeeding and related topics. This is a temporary – 2 year position, 30 hours a week, $22/hour wage.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Provide comprehensive one-on-one counseling sessions to new mothers, addressing breastfeeding techniques, latch issues, and concerns, ensuring
personalized support tailored to each individual’s needs
Implement and regularly update educational materials and programs on breastfeeding, including workshops, seminars, and informational sessions for both expectant and new mothers.
Collaborate closely with healthcare providers within the department to ensure a seamless continuum of care for new mothers, facilitating referrals and follow-ups as necessary.
Maintain a case load of clients, tracking progress, providing ongoing support, and adjusting counseling strategies as needed to achieve optimal breastfeeding outcomes.
Facilitate and oversee a lactation and breastfeeding support group on behalf of the program, creating a safe and supportive environment for participants to share experiences, seek guidance, and foster community connections.
Conduct outreach efforts to promote breastfeeding awareness and participation in program services, including networking with local healthcare providers, community organizations, and relevant stakeholders.
Comfortably teach large groups of people using an established evidence-based curriculum, demonstrating effective communication skills, empathy, and a passion for maternal and child health.

Qualifications and Preferred Skills

Graduation from high school or GED; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Strong understanding of breastfeeding best practices and techniques, proven experience as a breastfeeding peer counselor or lactation consultant would be a plus.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport, provide empathetic support, and effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment, exhibiting flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to shared goals.
Enthusiasm for promoting breastfeeding as a vital component of maternal and child health, coupled with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach to supporting mothers through their breastfeeding journey.
Reliable transportation for travel to various community locations and events as needed.
Proficiency in public speaking and written communication in English; additional language skills are a plus.
Certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is advantageous but not required.
Personal breastfeeding experience would be an asset, providing valuable insights and empathy in supporting breastfeeding mothers.

Please note this is a contract position and will offer no benefits including insurance, retirement plans, paid time off or vacation. Some benefits may be available through the NC Alliance of Public Health Agencies if desired.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about maternal and child health and possess the skills and qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this position. Submit your resume and a tailored cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to the Program Coordinator, Allison Saad, at asaad@franklincountync.gov.

Posted March 27, 2024

Director of Donor Relations at Groundswell Fund

Groundswell is looking for someone who believes in cultivating a vibrant, engaged, multiracial, multigenerational community of donors and funders who connect their values to their resources. Fully remote, salary between $139,500 – $151,900, four-day work week, and excellent benefits. If you are interested, we advise you to apply ASAP. They are aiming to connect with candidates in January.

Full job description can be found at: https://groundswellfund.org/who-we-are/careers/

Posted December 26, 2023

Grant Writer at Groundswell Fund

The Grant Writer is a new position at Groundswell as the organization brings their grant writing in-house. The role requires someone who is a strategic thinker, an experienced writer, and able to synthesize information from multiple sources into one coherent narrative. Fully remote, salary between $99,000 – $107,800, four-day work week, and excellent benefits. If you are interested, we advise you to apply ASAP. They are aiming to connect with candidates in January.

Full job description can be found at: https://groundswellfund.org/who-we-are/careers/

Posted December 26, 2023

LGBTQ Center of Durham: Food Pantry Administrator

The LGBTQ Center of Durham is seeking a part-time employee to help administer our budding Food Pantry. The Administrator for the Food Pantry at the LGBTQ Center of Durham will assist the Operations Manager in stocking, distributing and keeping records for the Food Pantry and its clients. This includes providing essential knowledge from a client perspective in program development. To be successful as the Administrator for the Food Pantry, you should be committed to helping QTBIPOC and other food insecure clients meet immediate needs for nutritious food which they can safely store and prepare. As capacity allows, this position may offer nutrition education to clients.

Responsibilities include:

Maintaining the Food Pantry for daily success.
Ordering and picking up supplies from the Food Bank of Central and Eastern Carolina and/or assist volunteers with this task.
Keeping accurate daily and monthly records. Assisting with required monthly reporting.
Identifying trends within the Food Pantry operations, and assisting with improvements.

Depending on education and experience, stipend will be $18 for 20/hours per month.

Apply here: https://www.lgbtqcenterofdurham.org/food-pantry-administrator-2/ by November 9 5PM.

Posted October 27, 2023

WIC Assistant Manager

Piedmont Health offers a very competitive benefits package including 11 paid holidays, generous PTO plan, and more. RDs are offered $250 for continuing education to be used to support furthering their skill set of their choosing. WIC also provides many free opportunities to gain CEU credits in addition to the $250 offered by Piedmont Health.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Nutrition, Public Health, other Health related degree program
Current/valid License: Registered Dietitian (RD) by The Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR) and licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) by the North Carolina Board of Dietetics and Nutrition, licensure as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), or completion of all coursework/internship and exam eligible for RD or IBCLC.
Experience: Minimum two years of public health experience and two years supervisory experience preferred.
English-Spanish bilingual strongly preferred.

Apply here: https://piedmonthealth.myexacthire.com/jobs/226063.html

Posted October 27, 2023

WIC Nutritionist/Lactation Consultant

Housed within one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center organizations in North Carolina, the Piedmont Health Services WIC Program supports a large perinatal and pediatric population in Chatham and Orange Counties. As a licensed International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), the WIC Nutritionist/Lactation Consultant will provide part-time inpatient clinical lactation support and onsite WIC services in partnership with UNC Chatham Hospital, in their small, rural Maternity Care Center. This contracted partnership role is also an integral part of the Chatham Hospital team working towards Baby Friendly hospital designation status, with support from ENRICH Carolinas and EMPower Best Practices Training Initiatives. The WIC Nutritionist/Lactation Consultant is responsible for performing a variety of tasks involving program eligibility, determination of nutrition risk through comprehensive nutrition assessments, food package prescriptions, and culturally concordant counseling of WIC participants in nutrition principals, diet, food selection, and lactation. Provides WIC & lactation support services as part of a cross-departmental interdisciplinary healthcare team within the various PHS Community Health Center sites. Builds and maintains relationships with PHS clinic and organizational leadership, as well as partnering community aid organizations to support the broad health and socio/economic needs of WIC participant population, the WIC Program and the greater PHS organization

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education- approved Didactic Program in Dietetics; or Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education with a Bachelor’s degree in any subject area from an accredited four-year college or university; or a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university.
Current/valid License: IBCLC (required)
Experience: One year of public health experience or similar preferred.
Intermediate Spanish language skills preferred.

Apply here: https://piedmonthealth.myexacthire.com/jobs/228171.html

Posted October 27, 2023

WIC Job Opportunity: Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Lincoln Community Health Center’s WIC Office in Durham is searching for a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor! The position and requirements are below:

The Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will provide breastfeeding education, support and encouragement to pregnant women and new mothers participating in the WIC Program. Serves as role model and support person.

Requirements include: Considerable knowledge of basic breastfeeding skills and breastfeeding management. Ability to accurately communicate breastfeeding education information. Ability to accurately report and document activities and patient contacts. Ability to work face to face and by telephone with a culturally diverse, high-risk population of low-income pregnant and breastfeeding women and young infants. Time and resource management skills are essential. Graduation from High School or equivalent required. Must have breastfeed an infant. Successful completion of a breastfeeding Peer Counselor Training Course.

Apply here: https://lincolnchc.org/?page_id=8061

Posted: October 12, 2023

WIC Job Opportunity: Nutritionist

Lincoln Community Health Center’s WIC Office in Durham is searching for a Nutritionist!

Requirements include: Knowledge of nutrition and ability to analyze dietary in assessing nutritional needs of individual groups. Must have the ability to present oral and written information before a group of people. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with community, organizations, other agencies and staff members. Graduation from an accredited college or university, with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or public health nutrition. One (1) year experience in nutrition with particular emphasis in children’s health. Bi-Lingual (Spanish) preferred. Registered Dietician (RD) certification preferred.

Apply here: https://lincolnchc.org/?page_id=8061

Posted: October 12, 2023

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