Job detail
WIC Nutrition Counselor
Maine Family Planning
OTHER
Posted 2/26/2026
Location
Ellsworth, Maine
Salary
$21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
Wic nutrition counselors establish client eligibility, determine nutritional risk factors, perform nutrition assessments, and provide nutrition education rooted in behavior-Change theory for maternal, infant, and early childhood health. They also tailor food/Formula packages, enter data, give referrals, and participate in community outreach.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess 1-2 years of experience, strong verbal and writing communication skills, and basic computer proficiency, along with reliable transportation for required travel. Essential education includes a ba/Bs in a related field like nutrition or public health, though a registered dietetic technician qualification is also accepted.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateVerbal CommunicationData EntryComputer SkillsWriting SkillsCommunity OutreachNutrition AssessmentNutrition EducationParticipant RetentionSocial Service ReferralsClient Eligibility EstablishmentNutritional Risk Factor DeterminationBehavior-Change TheoryHealth ReferralsFood Package TailoringFormula Package TailoringWIC Software Program Use
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Vacation Pay
- Sick Pay
- 403(b) Retirement Plan