Nutrition Coordinator

Department: WIC Program
Reports To: Director of Nutrition Services
Location: Brooklyn, NY

Schedule: Full Time

Salary: Up to $70,000 annually

Lead, Inspire, and Make a Difference in Community Health

BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers is seeking an experienced and passionate Nutrition Coordinator to support nutrition services within our women, infants, and children (WIC) program. This is an exciting opportunity for a nutrition professional to ensure the well-being of our patients in a nurturing environment while developing and mentoring staff. 

At BMS, we believe every family deserves access to quality nutrition education, support, and resources. As our Nutrition Coordinator, you will play a vital leadership role in ensuring exceptional participant care, maintaining program excellence, and advancing nutrition and breastfeeding initiatives throughout our community.

What You'll Do

As the Nutrition Coordinator, you will provide leadership, guidance, and oversight for all nutrition services while serving as a key resource for staff, participants, healthcare providers, and community partners.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Supervise, mentor, and support nutrition staff across multiple WIC locations.
• Assess training needs and develop ongoing professional development plans.
• Conduct staff trainings, nutrition in-services, and competency evaluations.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment focused on service excellence.

Program Quality & Compliance

• Ensure nutrition services meet federal, state, and local WIC regulations and standards.
• Lead quality assurance activities and staff peer review processes.
• Participate in annual program assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor nutrition service delivery to ensure high-quality, participant-centered care.

Nutrition Services & Participant Support

• Provide advanced nutrition assessment, counseling, and education for participants with complex nutrition or health concerns.
• Function as a Qualified Nutritionist (QN) as needed.
• Oversee food package and formula prescription processes and collaborate with healthcare providers.
• Assist in resolving participant concerns and ensuring a positive client experience.

Program Planning & Community Engagement

• Help develop and implement nutrition education and breastfeeding promotion initiatives.
• Coordinate nutrition services with community organizations, healthcare providers, and WIC partners.
• Participate in professional conferences, trainings, and workgroups to remain current on nutrition best practices.
• Support the creation and review of nutrition education materials and resources.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN).
• Bachelor's, degree in Nutrition from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Nutritionist (QN)
• One year of experience supervising staff.
• Current knowledge of WIC regulations, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support services.
• Excellent communication, presentation, writing, and computer skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in nutrition 
• FQHC environment experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel between WIC sites and participate in community-based activities as needed.

Why Join BMS?

• Join an organization committed to health equity, wellness, and community empowerment.
• Work with a dedicated and mission-driven team.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and community partners.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and continuing education.

If you are passionate about nutrition, leadership, and community health, we invite you to bring your expertise to BMS and help shape healthier futures for the families we serve. BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.