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How much do nutrition program assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for nutrition program assistant in the United States is $45,721.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Nutrition Program Assistant do?

A Nutrition Program Assistant supports nutritionists and dietitians in implementing and managing nutrition education programs. They help organize community outreach activities, prepare educational materials, and assist in teaching healthy eating habits to various groups. Their work often involves collecting and recording data, providing administrative support, and helping participants with resources or program enrollment. Nutrition Program Assistants play a key role in ensuring nutrition programs run smoothly and effectively serve the community.

What are some common challenges Nutrition Program Assistants face when working with diverse communities?

Nutrition Program Assistants often work with individuals from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, which can present challenges such as language barriers, varying levels of nutrition literacy, and differing dietary preferences or needs. Building trust and effectively communicating the benefits of nutrition programs requires adaptability and cultural sensitivity. Successful assistants utilize creative teaching approaches, collaborate closely with community organizations, and remain patient while fostering positive relationships to overcome these challenges and promote healthy eating habits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Nutrition Program Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nutrition Program Assistant, you need basic nutrition knowledge, organizational skills, and often an associate degree or relevant coursework in nutrition or health sciences. Familiarity with database management tools, Microsoft Office, and sometimes nutrition analysis software is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and teamwork help build trust with clients and effectively deliver nutrition education. These skills and qualities are essential for supporting program goals, ensuring accurate information delivery, and fostering positive community health outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Nutrition Program Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,721 per year, or $22 per hour.
Nutrition & Program Assistant

Nutrition & Program Assistant

Berkshire Health Systems

Pittsfield, MA • On-site

$18.95/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Berkshire Health Systems rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

  • Occasional evenings and twice monthly late nights.
  • Will work 2 days per week in Great Barrington location and 3 days per week in Pittsfield location

  • DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
    • Functions as a Nutrition Assistant to provide nutrition services to low risk WIC participants: pregnant women, breastfeeding women and caregivers of infants and children. Includes collection and assessment of anthropometric, hematologic and dietary information. Provides counseling, appropriate WIC food package, and follow up nutrition education based on risk assessment. Must meet state requirements for training. • Will also be trained as Program Assistant, and as such will be responsible for running the front office-receiving clients, issuing checks, answering phones, scheduling appointments. Responsible for financial screening of clients and entering information so nutritionist can complete the appointment. Explains usage of checks to clients with store and food list, and makes confirmation calls daily.
  • POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
    • Experience:
      • 1-3 years general office experience.
        Computer skills, some work in health field helpful.
        Must be sensitive to needs of WIC population.
        Experience as WIC client preferred.
    • Education and Training:
      • High school graduate, aptitude in science or health/nutrition preferred, and WIC state training (to be completed upon employment at WIC).
    • License, Certification & Registration:
      • N/A
    • Other Requirements:
      • Must be able to process WIC information accurately.
        Must be able to communicate with WIC clients and other supportive agencies appropriately.
        Must be available to travel to and work at all WIC sites during clinic hours, as needed.

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