WIC Program Administrator, Dietician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary : The WIC Program Administrator oversees the WIC agency operations and clinic staff. They complete all the administration duties as well as daily operations when needed. The Director must be a Registered Dietitian / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD / RDN). Registered Dietitian / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD / RDN) to perform high-risk counseling, authorize formulas, mentor other nutrition staff, facilitate nutrition-related continuing education for staff, certify clients, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Understanding WIC Director Competencies

Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Local Agency activities. Analyzes administrative reports.

Competencies : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.

Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.

Managing Customer Focus - Promotes customer focus; establishes customer service standards; provides training in customer service delivery; monitors customer satisfaction; develops new approaches to meeting customer needs.

Team Leadership - Fosters team cooperation; defines team roles and responsibilities; supports group problem solving; ensures progress toward goals; acknowledges team accomplishments.

Impact & Influence - Pursues and wins support for ideas; displays ability to influence key decision-makers; achieves win-win outcomes; uses authority appropriately to accomplish goals; addresses divergent opinions.

Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience :

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university, or one to two years related experience and / or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability :

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Ability :

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills :

Certificates and Licenses :

Supervisory Responsibilities :   Directly supervises employees in the WIC Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment :   The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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 this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

WCHC’s Expectations of all Employees

Company Description

Wesley Community & Health Centers is a local, non-profit, federally qualified health center committed to providing high-quality primary care to all individuals, regardless of insurance status. Our two Phoenix and one Mesa locations offer comprehensive, patient-centered medical services.

Beyond healthcare, we empower our community through programs like :

By partnering with local businesses and organizations, we strive to improve the overall health and well-being of our community members.

Company Description

Wesley Community & Health Centers is a local, non-profit, federally qualified health center committed to providing high-quality primary care to all individuals, regardless of insurance status. Our two Phoenix and one Mesa locations offer comprehensive, patient-centered medical services.\r\n\r\nBeyond healthcare, we empower our community through programs like : \r\n