• Public Health Nutritionist

    Amergis (Fayetteville, NC)


    Public HealthNutritionist – WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program Coordinator

     

    Schedule:Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

     

    Hours/Week: 40

     

    Contract Length: 13weeks

     

    Start Date: January5

    Position Summary

    We are seeking aqualified and passionate Public Health Nutritionist to coordinate and supervisethe Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program within the Women, Infants, andChildren (WIC) Program. This role plays a vital part in supporting maternal andchild health through evidence-based nutrition services and breastfeedingsupport.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead the Breastfeeding PeerCounselor Program, including recruitment, training, and supervision of peercounselors.

    • Conduct comprehensive nutritionassessments, counseling, and follow-up for high-risk prenatal and postpartumwomen, infants, and children enrolled in WIC.

    • Develop and implement programpolicies, procedures, and goals in accordance with state and federal WICguidelines.

    • Provide staff training andcontinuing education to ensure high-quality service delivery.

    • Collaborate with healthcareproviders and community organizations to promote breastfeeding and nutritioneducation.

    • Monitor program performance,prepare reports, and ensure regulatory compliance.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degreein Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.

    • Registered Dietitian (RD) orLicensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) preferred.

    • Experience in maternal andchild health, WIC programs, or public health nutrition.

    • Strong leadership,communication, and organizational skills.

    • Ability to work independentlyand collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

     

    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.