Nutritionist/CPA – Cook County, IL

Job Title: Nutritionist/CPA – 5 OPEN POSITIONS

Positions available in the following locations:

  • Chicago Heights
  • Blue Island
  • Oak Lawn
  • Summit
  • Chicago

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Nutritionist / Competent Professional Authority (CPA) is primarily responsible for nutrition and breastfeeding assessment and counseling of WIC clients; ensures that the assigned site operates efficiently and effectively, and that all activities are in compliance with DHS and agency policy. This position routinely handles highly sensitive and/or confidential information and will represent CEDA in a variety of capacities. Must demonstrate good judgment, an ability to be approachable and professional, solid problem solving skills, an ability to handle multiple tasks, an ability to be self-motivated and well organized, and maintain strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for all WIC clinic functions and ensures all DHS and CEDA WIC policies and procedures are followed.
  • Coordinates with the WIC Advocate to complete all stages of the client certification process including screening, assessment, counseling, documentation and follow up.
  • Communicates necessary site, staff and client issues to Supervisor.
  • Provides nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding counseling when applicable, to all eligible participants at certification and individual follow up visits.
  • Provides appropriate counseling and follow up to high risk/high priority clients as determined by WIC assessment and adheres to program standards of practice.
  • Maintains legible and complete client IWIC records, documenting all client educational contacts and pertinent information according to agency standards.
  • Schedules, coordinates and conducts group and individual nutrition education sessions.
  • Maintains integrity of EBT card inventory, security, issuance and reconciliation.
  • Accurately completes appropriate procedures to provide medically prescribed formulas.
  • Communicates with health care providers as necessary.
  • Obtains client anthropometric measurements as necessary, utilizing length/height boards, scales, head circumference tapes and non-invasive hemoglobin monitors.
  • Ensures the daily, weekly and monthly reports are completed per established deadlines.
  • Other duties as assigned.

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To Apply:

Visit the CEDA Careers Page to apply. Please contact Camille Kennerson with any questions.

Equal Opportunity Employer