COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP of KERN
WIC NUTRITION ASSISTANT (WNA)
Disclaimer: Job descriptions are written as a representative list
of the ADA essential duties performed by a job class. They cannot include nor are they
intended to include all duties performed by all positions occupying a class.
Salary Range: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Date Approved: 06/16/2014
SUMMARY Provides nutrition assessments and nutrition education for the WIC participants according to State WIC Branch and Community Action Partnership of Kern WIC Program policies.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives supervision from the Degreed Nutritionist and WNA IV
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Disclaimer – This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed or may perform related duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
A. Essential Job Specific Duties:
1. Provide services to low risk individuals:
2. Determine eligibility of participants of the WIC Program.
3. Develop care plan for participants according to State WIC Branch and Community Action Partnership of Kern WIC Program policies
4. Assess nutrition and diet histories of participants on an individual basis, provide nutritional counseling and assist participant in setting priorities.
5. Present group sessions on dietary/nutritional topics concerning women, infants and children.
6. Record summary of pertinent information on participant’s medical records to provide an inventory of problem, recommendations, and follow up.
7. At appropriate intervals, re-evaluate the participant’s progress towards their dietary/nutritional goal and ongoing nutritional needs to determine continued eligibility.
8. Perform general clerical duties, issue vouchers, answer telephone, and make appointments.
9. Assist with the set up of mobile clinics
10. Assist with clinic maintenance including janitorial duties as assigned.
11. Pick up WIC vehicle from the lot and transport WIC staff and supplies to designated clinic as assigned
12. Other related duties as assigned.
B. Other Job Specific Duties:
- Attends all meetings, trainings, and conferences as assigned.
- Maintains safe and functional work environment.
- Work alternative hours as required.
- Is proactive in the program effort to recruit and enroll families that qualify for the WIC programs.
- Performs any other like duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of:
Agency policies and procedures
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Departmental policies and procedures
Modern office practices, methods, procedures and equipment including computers
Must have knowledge of:
a. Principles, techniques, and practices of nutrition.
b. Food requirements based on various age and occupational groups, expectant mothers and others with special food requirements.
c. Comparative costs of various foods in relationship to their nutritional value.
d. Community health organizations and resources.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to:
Ability to communicate effectively
Good interpersonal skills.
Effectively present program to the general public.
Establish professional working relationships with staff, agencies and parents.
Bilingual language fluency (Spanish/English) fluency highly desirable
Ability to effectively communicate with persons of diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
Must have ability to develop nutrition care plans; analyze diets.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position.
A. High School Diploma or the equivalent
B. Completion of three units of college level courses in Nutrition.
C. Certification as a California WIC Nutrition Assistant or completion of the required training for certification within one year of hire
D. Must have knowledge of:
a. Principles, techniques, and practices of nutrition.
b. Food requirements based on various age and occupational groups, expectant mothers and others with special food requirements.
c. Comparative costs of various foods in relationship to their nutritional value.
d. Community health organizations and resources.
E. Basic computer knowledge.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
· Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and State automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record substantiated by a DMV printout.
· Completion of a physical and substance abuse screening upon offer of employment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job.
· Work is primarily performed indoors.
· Noise level is quiet to moderately quiet.
· Hazards are minimal.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
POSITION TITLE WNAACTIVITY
(HOURS PER DAY) / NEVER0 HOURS / OCCASIONALLY
UP TO 4 HOURS / FREQUENTLY
4-8 HOURS
Sitting / x
Walking / x
Standing / x
Bending (neck) / x
Bending (waist) / x
Squatting / X
Climbing / x
Kneeling / X
Crawling / x
Twisting (neck) / x
Twisting Waist / x
Is repetitive use of hand required? / x
Simple Grasping (right hand) / x
Simple Grasping (left hand) / x
Power Grasping (right hand) / X
Power Grasping (left hand) / X
Fine Manipulation (right hand) / x
Fine Manipulation (left hand) / x
Pushing & Pulling (right hand) / x
Pushing &Pulling (left hand) / x
Reaching (above shoulder level) / x
Reaching (below shoulder level) / x
LIFTING / CARRYING
never
0 hours / occasionally
up to 4 hours / frequently
4-8 hours / never
0 hours / occasionally
up to 4 hours / FREQUENTLY
4-8 hours
0-10 lbs / x / x
11-25 lbs / x / x
26-50 lbs / x / x
51-75lbs / x / x
76-100lb / x / x
100lbs+ / x
Job Description Acknowledgement Form
I have received, reviewed and fully understand the job description for the Regional Breastfeeding Liaison. I further understand that I am responsible for the satisfactory execution of the essential functions described therein, under any all conditions as described.
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WNA revised 4/3/2014 ET