Wellness Pointe·Longview, Texas
The Nutritionist provides nutrition and breastfeeding education and determines program eligibility for WIC participants based on nutritional and medical risk. They perform health screenings, prescribe supplemental food packages, and refer clients to community resources.
Company Description At Wellness Pointe, everyone will receive an exceptional quality of care.
The center has expanded into a multifaceted clinic that offers obstetrics, pediatrics, general medicine, family planning, and dentistry.
Some of the other services offered by our well qualified staff include education, intervention, and management of the many social issues that impact our community.
Everyone is treated in complete confidence.
Medicaid, Medicare, and most private health insurance is accepted.
This is a professional staff position providing direct services to participants in the WIC program. In this role, the Nutritionist provides nutrition education, community referrals, breastfeeding education and support. They are responsible for determining the clients program eligibility based on nutritional/medical risk and assignment of the appropriate supplemental food package for qualifying women, infants and children.
Assess income and nutritional needs to determine eligibility for WIC Program according to Federal, State, and Local policies and procedures
Deliver group and individual nutrition and breastfeeding education according to agency approved Nutrition Education Plan.
Perform participant income and health screenings which includes obtaining ID, residency, and health history, measuring height, weight and length of WIC client and plotting on growth grid, calculating income and BMI, performing finger stick and determining conditions of nutritional need.
Prescribe supplemental food package, assess need for breastfeeding pumps and supplies, and issues in accordance with Federal, State and Local policies and procedures.
Screen immunization record to obtain immunization status.
Refer participants to appropriate community, health and human service resources as needed.
Participate in assigned health fairs, community events and projects and makes presentations to groups as assigned.
Works at WIC sites as assigned.
Perform other related support services needed by professional staff members.
Carries out other duties as assigned.
A Bachelor's degree in Nutrition is required, with a preference for WIC program experience and bilingual skills in Spanish and English. Candidates must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and have proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Market context
Texas WIC nutritionist roles are commonly competitive because employers often look for candidates who can support diverse families, navigate program requirements, and communicate clearly in both English and Spanish. A bachelor’s degree in nutrition is required here, with WIC experience, a valid Texas driver’s license, and Microsoft Office skills often strengthening an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your resume to show WIC, bilingual, and documentation experience.
