Nutritionist Assistant

Title: Nutritionist Assistant

State Role Title: Dietetic Technicians

Hiring Range: $31,200 - $44,520

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location: HAMPTON HQ

Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/hampton-peninsula/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. The VDH is made up of a statewide Central Office in Richmond and 32 local health districts. These entities work together to promote healthy lifestyle choices that can combat chronic disease, educate the public about emergency preparedness and threats to their health, and track disease outbreaks in Virginia.

As part of the Virginia Department of Health, the Hampton, and Peninsula Health Districts (HPHD) are two health districts serving the residents of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg, and the Counties of James City, and Yorktown.

The Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts are focused on four key pillars to create a sustainable and engaged workforce:

1. Workforce Development and Training
2. Culture and Climate
3. Community Engagement and Partnerships
4. Communication and Openness

Through these pillars, we aim to achieve our mission of becoming the healthiest districts in the state and better serve our communities. Apply and join the Virginia Department of Health's efforts to become the healthiest state in the nation.

Are you passionate about helping families thrive, supporting breastfeeding, and making a meaningful impact within your community?

At the Hampton Wilsondale Clinic, we believe WIC is more than a food assistance program; it’s nutrition education, breastfeeding support, encouragement, connection, and compassionate care for women, infants, and children up to age five.

We are looking for two Nutritionist Assistants who are organized, dependable, and team-oriented. These roles support a fast-paced clinic while helping connect families to nutrition, breastfeeding, and community resources.

What You’ll Do:

• Welcome and assist families in a busy, fast-paced clinic environment
• Schedule appointments, send reminders, and help maintain clinic flow and daily operations
• Collect and document eligibility and health information while following WIC processing standards
• Issue eWIC cards and explain WIC services, benefits, and participant responsibilities
• Promote breastfeeding through supportive interactions, referrals, and community outreach
• Answer phone calls and emails professionally and in a timely manner
• Measure height, weight, and collect hemoglobin (job training provided)
• Use electronic health records, Excel, and other systems to maintain accurate records
• Adapt to changing clinic needs while working collaboratively with staff to support families and clinic operations

Why Hampton WIC?

• Make a real impact supporting local families every day
• Join a supportive team committed to maternal and child health
• Build skills in public health, nutrition services, breastfeeding support, and clinic operations
• Contribute to a respectful, welcoming environment where families feel supported and empowered

Under the guidance of a Nutritionist and/or Nutritionist Associate, obtains health and diet information from clients and provides low risk nutrition education according to protocols developed by Nutritionist. Independently schedules WIC appointments, maintains WIC records, compiles WIC reports, secures and verifies information needed for WIC income eligibility determination. Instructs clients about program guidelines and assists with WIC draft distribution.

This is a restricted position funded solely through the WIC Grant for a one‑year period ending September 30. Funding availability is reviewed annually and periodically thereafter. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the ongoing availability of these funds.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick,