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About the Job

Nutritionist - Help Shape a Healthier Future for Baytown

Full-Time | Harris County - Baytown Area

Bring your knowledge, compassion, and commitment to a role where every conversation can change a life. Openwork is partnering with Harris County to welcome a skilled Nutritionist who will support families, improve community well-being, and play a vital role in public health across Baytown.

The Heart of the Role:

This position goes far beyond nutritional guidance-it's about advocacy, empowerment, and education. You'll be a source of clarity for parents, a guide for growing children, and a trusted resource for families navigating important health decisions. Your work has the power to build confidence, strengthen families, and create healthier habits that last for generations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build trust through meaningful client interactions grounded in respect and cultural awareness.
• Review eligibility based on residency, income, and health requirements.
• Lead engaging individual and group counseling with clear, actionable guidance.
• Recommend tailored food packages and specialized formulas when needed
• Track client progress using growth charts, anthropometric measurements, and iron assessments.
• Maintain detailed, compliant documentation for all client encounters
• Support quality assurance and compliance initiatives across the program
• Participate in community outreach to broaden program awareness and engagement
• Collaborate with clerks, lactation consultants, and healthcare partners to ensure smooth service delivery
• Advocate for nutrition access and equity for every family served

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field
• 24+ credit hours of Food & Nutrition coursework
• Excellent communication skills with a patient, supportive approach
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to remain flexible and calm in a fast-moving environment
• Commitment to serving diverse populations with empathy and professionalism
• Ability to perform light physical tasks (bending, lifting, sitting for periods of time)
• A passion for community wellness and a desire to make a daily impact

Schedule & Compensation:

Mon-Thu: 8:00 AM-5:30 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
3rd Saturday Monthly: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM

Pay: $26 - 30/hour (Based on experience) - Weekly Pay

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Supportive, community-focused work environment
• Pathways for growth and development in public health

Why You'll Love This Role:

Here, your expertise matters-and your impact is visible. You'll connect with families, celebrate progress, and play a hands-on role in shaping healthier futures throughout Harris County. Each day brings a chance to educate, encourage, and inspire lasting change.

Your work won't just improve nutrition-it will strengthen community well-being.

Apply & Step Into Purpose:

If you're a mission-driven Nutritionist who finds fulfillment in helping others thrive, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and help us build a healthier, more empowered Baytown community.

About Openwork:

With 50+ years of staffing excellence, Openwork is committed to pairing talented professionals with meaningful work. We believe in growth, opportunity, and the power of people-one career and one community at a time.