Meridian Health Services Corp. · 2 days ago
WIC CPA 6889
Portland, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelMeridian Health Services is committed to closing the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare and is seeking a Competent Professional Authority WIC-CPA to work in Adams and Jay Counties in Indiana. The role involves providing nutrition education, counseling, and support to clients, while maintaining a compassionate clinic environment and collaborating with community partners.
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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
Travel, up to 40% between WIC locations
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
Generous PTO
Comprehensive Benefit Package
401k with Company match
Professional development funds for Licensure and Continuing Education
Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs
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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