Nutrition Educator I- WIC Benton Park
Company: Clinica Sierra Vista
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Clinica Sierra Vista is excited
to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the
Nation! We’re honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We
also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and
isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families
from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages.
We don’t inquire about immigration status because we simply don’t
need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other
patient. As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who
believe the patient is always 1. Why work for us? Competitive pay
which matches your abilities and experience Health coverage for you
and your family Generous number of vacation days per year A robust
wellness plan and health club discounts Continuing education
assistance to grow and further your talents 403(B) plan with
company matching Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you! Please
review the job details below and then click “apply.” We're looking
for someone to join our team as a Nutrition Educator I who: The
Nutrition Educator is a member of the nutrition education team. The
Nutrition Educator conducts nutrition education services in the
context of a program to reduce the risk associated with nutritional
deficiencies in the population they serve. The Nutrition Educator
works under the leadership of the Dietitian Supervisor or
Nutritionist Supervisor. Essential Functions: 1. Provides quality
customer service to clients and team members with an attitude of
helpfulness, dignity and respect. 2. Greets clients and provides
general information about WIC and Clinica Sierra Vista services. 3.
Obtains nutrition and diet histories of low-risk participants
according to established procedures. 4. Weighs and measures
participants according to established protocols. 5. Provides
education and support of breastfeeding and promote a breastfeeding
friendly environment. 6. Identifies patient needs and provide
necessary referrals. 7. Schedules appointments and issues WIC food
benefits. 8. Screens clients for WIC eligibility, counsel and refer
participants as needed. 9. Documents pertinent information in the
WIC Program’s Integrated Statewide Information System. WIC Wise
system. 10. Participates in case reviews, staff meetings, and
program planning as needed. 11. For non-WIC encounters, documents
and submits the required billing documents for reimbursement and
screens referrals in Electric Health Records. 12. Participate in
community outreach and promotional activities. 13. Complies with
established Clinica Sierra Vista and WIC policies. 14. Maintains
confidentiality and security at all times. 15. Upholds the mission
of Clinica Sierra Vista and the WIC Program. 16. Performs other
work duties as required. You'll be successful with the following
qualifications: 1. High School Diploma or completion of GED. 2.
Certified as a Lactation Educator, desirable. 3. Previous nutrient
counseling experience desirable. 4. Basic computer skills. 5. Valid
California driver’s license and current automobile insurance. 6.
Precise and conscientious about details. 7. Excellent Communication
Skills. 8. Ability to handle multiple tasks well. 9. Ability to
work well independently and with others. 10. Bilingual ability
(English/Spanish) required. 11. Experience or desire to work with
low-income families. Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights,
goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the
organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of
thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare
industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an
organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to
attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce
where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures,
political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create
a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees
to provide the highest level of service to our community of
residents and businesses; they’re counting on us. Clinica Sierra
Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract
qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race,
color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status,
ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical
condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any
other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We
aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the
diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
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