Nutritionist - WIC Job at Openwork, Baytown, TX

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  • Openwork
  • Baytown, TX

Job Description

Nutritionist – WIC

Full-Time | Harris County – Baytown Area

Use Your Expertise to Strengthen Community Health

Openwork is proud to partner with Harris County to recruit a passionate Nutritionist serving the Baytown community. This is an opportunity to work directly with families, promote lifelong healthy habits, and contribute to stronger public health outcomes. If you are motivated by education, advocacy, and service, this role allows you to make a meaningful difference every single day.

Position Overview:

As a Nutritionist, you will provide individualized and group nutrition education and counseling that empowers families to make informed, healthy choices. Your work will combine client engagement, education, documentation, and collaboration in a supportive public health setting focused on prevention, wellness, and access to care.

You will be a trusted resource for families at important stages of growth and development, delivering evidence-based guidance with compassion and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build positive, respectful relationships with clients through culturally responsive communication.
  • Determine program eligibility based on residency, income, and health guidelines.
  • Provide individual and group nutrition counseling with practical, easy-to-follow guidance.
  • Recommend appropriate food packages and specialized formulas based on client needs.
  • Monitor and document client progress using growth charts, anthropometric data, and iron assessments.
  • Maintain accurate and compliant records in accordance with program standards.
  • Support quality assurance and compliance initiatives.
  • Participate in community outreach and health education efforts.
  • Collaborate with clerks, lactation consultants, and healthcare partners to ensure coordinated services.
  • Advocate for nutrition access, education, and equity for the families served.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field,
  • Minimum of 24 credit hours in Food and Nutrition coursework,
  • Strong communication skills with a supportive, client-focused approach,
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail,
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, public-facing environment,
  • Commitment to serving diverse populations with professionalism and empathy,
  • Ability to perform light physical tasks, including bending, lifting, and extended periods of sitting.
  • Genuine interest in public health, education, and community service.

Schedule & Compensation:

  • Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Third Saturday of each month: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Pay: $30.00 per hour (paid weekly)

Benefits & Work Environment:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within public health services.

Why This Opportunity Matters:

In this role, your impact is both immediate and lasting. You will support families during critical stages of health and development, promote healthy choices, and help build stronger communities throughout the Baytown area. Each day brings the opportunity to educate, empower, and improve lives through practical, compassionate care.

Ready to Apply?

If you are a Nutritionist who is passionate about community service and improving public health, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step in a meaningful and rewarding career.

About Openwork:

With more than 50 years of staffing excellence, Openwork connects talented professionals with meaningful opportunities that strengthen careers and communities. We believe in growth, opportunity, and the power of people—one career and one community at a time.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Full time, Immediate start,

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