Meridian Health Services Corp. · 1 month ago
Part Time WIC CPA 6802
Bluffton, IN
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Mid LevelMeridian Health Services is dedicated to providing whole-person healthcare and expanding access in underserved communities. They are seeking a Competent Professional Authority WIC-CPA to support pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding clients through nutrition education and community outreach activities.
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Responsibilities
Display a positive reflection of the Indiana WIC Program, both in the clinic and through community outreach activities, which may include local Farmers’ Market events and collaborations with healthcare providers, non-profit organizations, and other community partners
Develop working relationships with other staff and partnering community agencies
Maintain a compassionate clinic environment that supports the needs of the community
Support and promote breastfeeding as the normative infant feeding method within the clinic environment
Provide all pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding clients with evidence-based breastfeeding support and education, within the clinic role’s scope of practice
Follow all policies and procedures of the Indiana WIC program
Provide written information to clients regarding Medicaid, agencies that provide Drug and Substance Abuse counseling, and other social service agencies
Document required information in the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS) to complete certification and nutrition education contact procedures
Complete nutrition assessments and provide nutrition education and referrals tailored to the client’s living conditions, nutritional needs, food patterns, preferences, and dietary restrictions
Provide counseling using a client-centered approach
Lead group education classes and maintain related files and records
Document assessments (including anthropometrics), education, counseling, and referrals in the INWIC MIS
Create and tailor a food prescription using the INWIC MIS that is appropriate to the client’s needs
Schedule appointments using the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS)
Ensure confidentiality of applicant and client information in accordance with WIC federal regulation
Participate in in-service education and staff meetings
Attend off-site conferences and meetings as needed or required by the position
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
Qualification
Required
Must be one of the following: Qualified Nutritionist - Registered Dietitian; or Registration eligible to take the exam for the Commission on Dietetic Registration; or Bachelor's or master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or Nutrition Sciences
Registered Nurse
A graduate of a bachelor's or master's program in a health-related field which, through review of an official transcript from an accredited college, includes a study in nutrition
Valid driver's license, a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance required
Benefits
Opportunities for advancement
Merit Based Compensation Plans
Work-life Harmony
Company
Meridian Health Services Corp.
Meridian Health Services is a progressive healthcare organization, where we specialize in the harmony of the whole person health.
Founded in 1977
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Scott Riggs
Chief Financial Officer
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