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Lake County, IL

Nutrition Counselor

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$25.34/hr

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Lake County

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Waukegan, IL · On-site

$25.34/hr

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$18 - $19/hr

Live In Caregiver Opportunity! Join Our Team and Enjoy Great Benefits! $1000 Hiring Bonus Offered ... You may also offer advice to residents and their families on nutrition, cleanliness, and household ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in nutrition counselor in the United States is $22.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Nutrition Counselor vs Residential Nutrition Specialist?

AspectLive In Nutrition CounselorResidential Nutrition Specialist
CredentialsRegistered Dietitian (RD) or Nutritionist certificationRegistered Dietitian (RD) or Nutritionist certification
Work EnvironmentPrivate homes, residential facilities, or client residencesResidential care facilities, group homes, or treatment centers
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, wellness programs, or private clientsRehabilitation centers, mental health facilities, or residential programs
Work FocusPersonalized nutrition counseling and lifestyle supportNutrition management within residential settings, often with a team

Both roles require similar credentials and focus on providing nutrition guidance. The main difference lies in the work environment: Live In Nutrition Counselors typically work directly with clients in private or residential settings, offering personalized support, while Residential Nutrition Specialists work within institutional residential facilities, focusing on group care and nutrition management for residents.

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Nutrition Counselor

Nutrition Counselor

Lake County, IL

Waukegan, IL • On-site

$25.34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Salary: $25.34 Hourly
Location : Zion Health Center - Zion, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 16058
Department: Health Department
Division: Prevention
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Salary Grade: Hourly.5
General Description
Under direct supervision of the Lead Dietitian/Senior Dietitian, the Nutrition Counselor performs duties in a clinical setting related to the certification of clients for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infant and Children (WIC) including assessment, counseling, referral, breastfeeding promotion/support and nutrition education. Work involves direct client contact and is performed in accordance with state and local agency WIC policies and procedures.
Scheduled Hours: 37.5 hours per week
  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (8:30AM - 4:30PM)
  • Thursday (11:00AM - 7:00PM)
  • Rotating Saturdays

Essential Functions
  • Determines WIC eligibility based upon dietary, anthropometric, clinical and health history data in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Utilizes Motivational Interviewing to provide nutrition counseling/breastfeeding support and follow up with WIC clients based on identified nutritional risk factors and individual needs.
  • Electronically documents clinical information including nutrition care plans in clients' I-WIC chart according to agency and state standards.
  • Develops and facilitates nutrition education/outreach presentations and activities for clients and the community. Demonstrates age-specific competency in the provision of services to clients.
  • Identifies high-risk clients and refers to appropriate credentialed professional. Refers clients to Better Birth Outcomes - Comprehensive (BBO-C) Program, and other nutrition/health/social services as appropriate.
  • Issues Medically Prescribed Formula, EBT cards and Farmers' Market Coupons in compliance with state and local agency policies and procedures.
  • Trains with bilingual staff to develop basic Spanish language skills and effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking clients.
  • Participates in continuous quality improvement activities to assess, monitor and improve clinic services.
  • Participates in gathering and maintaining program statistics and completes required forms/reports (including timecard) in a timely manner.
  • Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
  • Assists in maintaining clinic security by locking up and ensuring proper issuance of equipment, WIC EBT cards, Farmers' Market coupons and other supplies.
  • Participates in mandatory in-services and drills, attends staff trainings and other continuing education appropriate for professional development and job duties.
  • Performs job duties in a prioritized, organized and orderly manner to maximize clinic efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of clinic and work area.
  • Develops and maintains a basic knowledge of services available at LCHD.
  • Develops and maintains a basic awareness of the Chronic Care Model Processes to reduce health disparities within our communities.
  • Assists and encourages clients in identifying self-management goals.
  • Demonstrates adherence to National Patient Safety Goals.
  • Develops and maintains a working knowledge of individual Emergency Preparedness roles.
  • Reports all unusual occurrences that may involve the safety and well-being of the clients and co-workers, directly to the supervisor and/or Safety Officer.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.
  • One year clinical or community experience or successful completion of approved dietetic internship required.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime, if necessary, at any clinic site.

Supplemental Information
As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community.
Additional information about the Lake County Health Department, our culture, and why you should join our team can be found at
At this time, you must live in Illinois or Wisconsin to be eligible to work at Lake County Health Department. You can find our salary grades at For unionized positions, a list of our collective bargaining agreements can be found here: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/2686/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.This position is represented by AFSCME Council 31.
Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
Here at the Health Department, we are proud to employ a diverse workforce of dedicated individuals focused on promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and collaboration, enabling each employee to perform at their maximum potential and to more effectively work with clients, patients, and employees. We offer:
  • Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
  • Paid Time Off to support work-life balance
  • IMRF Pension and 457 retirement plans
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
You can find more details on our benefits on our website at
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