Wic Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Jobs in Fort Myers, FL

Requisition No: 876270 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64035259

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64035259 

Salary:  $38,500 to $39,652 

Posting Closing Date: 06/05/2026 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an in-office position only. Specialized work under the direction of the nutrition program director. It requires a high degree of accuracy, involves close interaction with other personnel of the CHD, and maintenance of confidentiality.  The employee adheres to all standards associated with the position and follows all federal, state and Hendry and Glades CHD policies and procedures.  All employees are also required to have periodic screening for tuberculosis infection.  Travel to all sites may be involved in the performance of duties. 

NUTRITION:  Determines nutrition risk eligibility of clients in accordance with DHM 150-24.  Provides individual nutrition education contacts, adapts nutrition education content based on need of the client using the VENA concept to provide appropriate nutritional counseling. Documents services provided in accordance with State WIC Office documentation guidelines. Correctly identifies all high-risk clients, completing an individual high-risk care plan using the SOAP format. Refers all medically high-risk clients to a Licensed Nutritionist. As necessary, refers client to appropriate outside agency, documenting referral.  Assigns appropriate food packages. May conduct a group nutrition educaiton class. Completes FL-WiSE System data entry ensuring to complete all required screens before the end of the day services are provided.

BREASTFEEDING:  Protects, promotes and supports breastfeeding; assures local site reflects a Breastfeeding Friendly atmosphere. Assists with organization and maintenance of breastfeeding supplies for site and issues manual breastpumps per Local Agency guidelines.  Promotes breastfeeding classes with all prenatal clients. May conduct group breastfeeding education class. Refers clients to Breastfeeding team as needed.

HEALTH TECH: Performs anthropometric measurements and hematological testing for WIC clients following DHM 150-24 rules and regulations. 

CLERICAL DUTIES: Determines client eligibility. Provides interactive newsletter contact. Adheres to all WIC regulations, policies and procedures set forth in DHM 150-24.  

ADMINISTRATION: Attends staff meetings, trainings and staff development activities as required.  Completes leave, attendance, EARS, travel and any other reports as required and according to established procedures.  Participates in end of the month inventory. Assists with organizing and filing training records for all staff. Assists with inputting monthly appointment schedule as per direction of site supervisor. Provides professional and administrative support to nutrition program director. Completes assigned administrative projects and assigned reports in a timely fashion.       

OTHER:  Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, practices & office procedures
• Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation & grammar usage
• Knowledge of standard business formats & styles for letters & business forms
• Knowledge of theories & concepts of preventive health care, current science & practice of nutrition
• Knowledge of prenatal, breastfeeding, postpartum, infant and children nutrition
• Knowledge of breastfeeding benefits and ability to promote and educate on it
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection
• Knowledge of the principles & techniques of records management
• Knowledge of planning principles & techniques
• Skill in operating a personal computer
• Ability to provide nutrition education for individuals and groups
• Ability to assess nutritional status and develop basic nutrition plans
• Ability to teach and develop or select education materials
• Ability to operate general office equipment
• Ability to train others & deal effectively with a variety of people
• Ability to follow office procedures & practices
• Ability to organize & maintain filing systems
• Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner
• Ability to plan, organize & coordinate work assignments & communicate effectively verbally & in writing
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures
• Ability to prioritize individual workload, prepare reports & maintain records
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier and small hand tools (stapler, scissors, etc.)
• Ability to work with occasional loud noises
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to review data for accuracy & completeness
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
• Ability to work indoors with occasional temperature changes
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed

Qualifications:

MINIMUM:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition.  WIC Procedure Manual DHM 150-24.
• This position requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The Department of Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship.
• Willing to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent of this position includes working in Special Needs or Red Cross Shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural 
• Willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position 

PREFERRED: 

• This position may serve clients that speak only Spanish, Creole or other languages.  It may require performance of interpreter duties, if bi-lingual, or implementation of the Department's Limited English Proficiency Plan.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work: 

Hendry County Health Department

1140 Pratt Blvd. LaBelle, Florida 33935                                                                                                                                 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.