Nutrition Assistant

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Type: Full Time

Experience: One year in general office or heavy public contact position. Must have current Texas Driver’s license and good driving record.

Work Schedule: 10am-7pm Tuesday-Friday | 8:30am-5:30pm

Contact Name: Amanda Williams

Contact Email: awilliams

Date Posted:

Assists WIC Program professionals in clinics teaching low risk nutrition classes, providing clerical support, and performing some laboratory tasks.

• Answers telephone and greets participants in a courteous and timely manner.
• Makes appointments accurately.
• Correctly figures income and address eligibility.
• Fills out forms completely and accurately.
• Accurately maintains manual and automated inventory.
• Completes assigned filing on a timely weekly basis.
• Prepares charts for designated categories.
• Accurately performs laboratory tasks.
• Assists in outreach activities.
• Consults with supervisor on “uncommon requests” and follows recommendations.
• Participates in community health promotion efforts through teaching and counseling community groups.
• Documents services provided promptly and on correct record forms.
• Reviews charts at end of clinic to be sure all recording is complete and signed.
• Participates in record audit process as requested.
• Responds to requests for information and assistance from the community and individuals.
• Provides assistance, education, and referral to resources for those who visit or phone the WIC Program.
• Coordinates services, initiates referrals, and accepts referrals from other providers.
• Assists WIC vendors with common questions.
• Provides appropriate documentation.
• Records in a clear, concise, and objective manner.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Skills:
  
  Bilingual (English/Spanish) reading, writing, and speaking skills preferred.
• Typing speed: 35 wpm (net).
• Experience:
  
  One year in general office or heavy public contact position.
• Must have current Texas Driver’s license and good driving record.

North East Texas Public Health District Human Resources
www.healthyeasttx.org
815 NORTH BROADWAY, P. O. BOX 2039
TYLER, TEXAS 75710
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