Catholic Charities of Buffalo has an exciting opportunity for a full-time or part-time Nutrition Assistant within our Nutritional Health program. The individual will join a diverse group of experienced professionals who are committed to our core mission, vision, and values. Our agency aims for inclusivity, compassion, and empowerment while celebrating diversity and life experiences to help our clients live healthier, happier lives. Catholic Charities is a non-profit organization that offers an array of programs that strive to empower individuals, children, and families. Catholic Charities of Buffalo, NY, is the most comprehensive human service provider serving the eight counties of Western New York with dozens of programs at 40+ professionally staffed locations. Our programs include comprehensive counseling services for all ages, basic emergency assistance including operating 8 food pantries, mental health services, chemical dependency treatment, educational and job readiness services, services to older adults, marriage counseling, immigration and refugee assistance, and a variety of programs that address prevention and treatment of a number of family issues. We strive to provide HOPE for all seasons.We offer:
- 37.50-hour work week for full-time or 17.50 for part-time
- 13 paid holidays
- 25 PTO days per year (pro-rated based on first-year start date)
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision offerings for full-time
- Employer-paid life insurance for full-time
- Ancillary benefit offerings for full-time
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option for full-time
- Health Savings Account (HSA) when electing a high deductible health plan for full-time
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403b Retirement Plan - (may join after first pay period) with employer contribution after six months
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for assigned clerical and nutrition assistant duties. Determine program eligibility of participants following the policies and procedures of the NYSDOH WIC Program Manual. Works at sites, as assigned.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Follows WIC Remote Work Guidelines.
- Provide clinic and office support to the Nutrition Staff.
- Assist participants with WIC Health online nutrition education.
- Provide Participant Centered Nutrition Services (PCNS) by phone or in person.
- Set the tone for excellent customer service to participants as they enter the clinic.
- Orient/educate participants about the WIC program.
- Make appointment reminders and no-show calls.
- Participate in National Voter Registration Activities.
- Collect information for the nutrition assessment process, including income eligibility, review of WIC Medical Referral Form and other documents.
- Obtain anthropometric (heights and weights) and hematological (bloodless iron level), as trained. Maintain quality control logs.
- Participate in breastfeeding promotion and support.
- Provide and document referrals to health and social services other community partners.
- Identify and refer participants to a Nutrition Staff.
- Assist Nutrition Staff in implementing participant-centered nutrition education.
- Attends staff meetings, Catholic Charities, NYWIC, and NYSDOH trainings.
- Achieves proficiency in NYWIC computer system.
- Assist Customer Service Representatives with phone duties as needed.
- Comply with the Agency's Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, laws, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to your position in the WIC program and Catholic Charities.
- Travels to all sites, and transports laptops, computers, and other equipment to sites.
- May have to lift up to 30lbs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent, Licensed Practical Nurse. EXPERIENCE: Basic Computer Skills. One year of experience working with children is preferred. **Must have reliable transportation, with the ability to travel to WIC clinics, training, and meeting locations (sometimes in the middle of the workday). Must provide reliable internet when working remotely.Apply today at: ccwny.applicantpro.com/jobsCatholic Charities is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Catholic Charities will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the business.