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Nutrition Program Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts

Massgeneralbrigham

Nutrition Assistant

Boston, MA

$18.26 - $27.13/hr

Nutrition Assistant performs a variety of duties pertaining to the delivery of high quality ... use various computer. - programs/systems within the hospital. - Strong communication and ...

Massgeneralbrigham

Nutrition Assistant

Boston, MA · On-site

$18.26 - $27.13/hr

The Nutrition Assistant performs a variety of duties pertaining to the delivery of high quality ... use various computer. - programs/systems within the hospital. - Strong communication and ...

Baystate Health

Nutrition Assistant

Greenfield, MA · On-site

$14.25 - $19.50/hr

... for a Nutrition Assistant to join our team in Green field, MA ! DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: * Team ... Well-being that goes beyond basics with mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Baystate Health

Nutrition Assistant

Greenfield, MA · On-site

$14.25 - $19.50/hr

... for a Nutrition Assistant to join our team in Green field, MA ! DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: * Team ... Well-being that goes beyond basics with mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Baystate Health

Nutrition Assistant

Greenfield, MA

$14.25 - $19.50/hr

... for a Nutrition Assistant to join our team in Green field, MA ! DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: * Team ... Well-being that goes beyond basics with mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Abby Kelley Foster School

Nutrition Staff

Worcester, MA · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Assist in opening the kitchen daily and setting up food ... Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML) * Sick Time with Sick Bank * Personal Days

Abby Kelley Foster School

Nutrition Staff

Worcester, MA · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assist in opening the kitchen daily and setting up food ... Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML) * Sick Time with Sick Bank * Personal Days

LifePath Inc.

Meals on Wheels Kitchen Assist.

Erving, MA · On-site

$17.21/hr

The Kitchen Assistant supports the responsibilities of Kitchen Managers, Assistant Managers and/or the Nutrition Program Supervisor with the tasks of facility prep and clean-up, kitchen tasks in ...

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How much do nutrition program assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for nutrition program assistant in Massachusetts is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.66 per hour, 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 Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,128 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

WIC Nutritionist Per Diem

Harbor Health Services, Inc.

Boston, MA • On-site

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Per Diem Nutritionist

Harbor Health Services is an innovative, growing, mission-based organization that lives, serves and collaborates with our community members to achieve our mission to help individuals reach their full potential through access to local, affordable services that promote health. Harbor provides medical, behavioral health, dental, and support services to more than 34,000 patients in Boston, the South Shore, and Cape Cod. Harbor Health also operates two Programs for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly in Mattapan and Brockton, providing comprehensive healthcare, transportation and social services for more than 450 frail elders who continue to live with dignity and independence in the community and a Woman, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program. To help further the mission of Harbor, we are looking for a talented Per Diem Nutritionist to join our team at the Harbor WIC Program to cover open/vacant shift needs.

WIC hours of operation include Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 am-7:00pm, Wednesday and Fridays 8:00 am-4pm, and Saturdays 9:00 am-1:00pm. We are particularly in need of Bilingual Haitian Creole/English candidates.

Role:

The Program Nutritionist provides nutrition services to WIC applicants and participants.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides nutrition care to high-risk women, infants and children under the supervision of the senior nutritionist, including all aspects of:
    • Anthropometric and hematological data collection
    • Dietary assessment, nutritional risk assessment and food package prescription
    • Nutrition and breastfeeding counseling and education
    • Documentation and data entry
    • Referrals to other health and social services
    • Follow-up nutrition education
  • Participates in planning, development and evaluation of:
    • Educational materials and group nutrition education sessions
    • Participant counseling and education strategies
    • Nutrition in-services and outreach activities
    • Nutrition policies
  • Assists senior nutritionist in:
    • Training paraprofessional WIC staff
    • Conducting quality assurance activities
  • Communicates with health care community on issues pertaining to participant needs.
  • Provides nutrition care for low-risk applicants and participants as needed.
  • Assists in the training of WIC Program Assistants.
  • Participates in quality assurance activities.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition, Foods and Nutrition, or Nutrition Education
  • Master's degree in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition, or Food and Nutrition preferred
  • Registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, or licensure with the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Dietitians and Nutritionists preferred
  • One year of experience in clinical or community nutrition preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership and decision-making capabilities
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Interest in nutrition and maternal child health
  • Bilingual Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese or Haitian Creole strongly preferred.
  • Must have previous WIC experience in the Massachusetts WIC Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining actual base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g. location, years of relevant experience, education, training, and other factors as permissible by law). As such, most offers will not be at the top of the salary range.

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