WIC Competent Professional Authority

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Display a positive reflection of the Indiana WIC Program, both in the clinic and through community outreach activities, which may include local Farmers’ Market events and collaborations with healthcare providers, non-profit organizations, and other community partners.
• Develop working relationships with other staff and partnering community agencies. 
• Maintain a compassionate clinic environment that supports the diversity and needs of the community.
• Support and promote breastfeeding as the normative infant feeding method within the clinic environment.
• Provide all pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding clients with evidence-based breastfeeding support and education, within the clinic role’s scope of practice.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the Indiana WIC program.
• Provide written information to clients regarding Medicaid, agencies that provide Drug and Substance Abuse counseling, and other social service agencies.
• Document required information in the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS) to complete certification and nutrition education contact procedures.
• Complete nutrition assessments and provide nutrition education and referrals tailored to the client’s living conditions, nutritional needs, cultural food patterns, preferences, and dietary restrictions.
• Provide counseling using a client-centered approach.
• Lead group education classes and maintain related files and records.
• Document assessments (including anthropometrics), education, counseling, and referrals in the INWIC MIS.
• Create and tailor a food prescription using the INWIC MIS that is appropriate to the client’s needs.
• Schedule appointments using the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS).
• Ensure confidentiality of applicant and client information in accordance with WIC federal regulation.
• Participate in in-service education and staff meetings.
• Attend off-site conferences and meetings as needed or required by the position.
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Must be one of the following: 

• Qualified Nutritionist
  • Registered Dietitian; or
  • Registration eligible to take the exam for the Commission on Dietetic Registration; or
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or Nutrition Sciences
• Registered Nurse
• A graduate of a bachelor’s or master’s program in a health-related field which, through review of an official transcript from an accredited college, includes a study in nutrition.

Experience in maternal and child health or public health setting preferred.

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Present in the clinic during all clinic hours, up to the limit for full-time employees.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Work effectively on a multidisciplinary team.
  • Flexibility during periods of Program change.
  • Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to facilitate conversations with individuals of diverse backgrounds to address their needs.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in a manner consistent with legal and ethical standards including WIC federal regulation.
  • Operate standard office and computer equipment.
  • Utilize available communication services to accommodate a client’s preferred language.
• Licenses/Certifications: Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred.

• Physical Requirements:
  • Work completed in a fast-paced clinic setting. This may include interaction with the public, exposure to loud noises, and working in close proximity to others.
  • Client interactions, including but not limited to, height and weight measurements, hemoglobin finger sticks, and holding/lifting infants and children as needed.
  • Repetitive motion related to standard office work.
  • Occasional travel between clinics and to required statewide conferences.
• Travel: Driving a vehicle requiring a license. Some travel is required, and is typically local or regional, to meet with clients, conduct business, or attend or provide training.
• Background Check: Pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

• Starting salary: $50,587 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package, including: 5 vacation days after the first 6 months and
  10 per year with expanded vacation after 5 years and 15 paid holidays annually; medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability insurance; life insurance.
• Workforce Development including ongoing training, and promotional opportunities.
• 40-hour work week with very occasional weekend assignments. Full time, usual hours 8:00pm–4:30pm, MTTH, W 7am-6pm, FR 8am-1:30pm with lunch breaks. 
• Opportunities for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for eligible workers. 
• Vanderburgh County Health Department is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Vanderburgh County Health Department will take the steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Vanderburgh County Health Department at 812-435-2400.