Wayne County Health Department - WIC

08/14/2026

Celebrating Breastfeeding Awareness Month!

08/05/2026

Don't forget to join us for Honk for Breastfeeding Tomorrow in front of the Wooster library at noon. Bring your babies!

08/03/2026

We are Hiring A WIC Health Professional! Come work with us!

Requirements:
• Registered dietitian, licensed dietitian, registered nurse, dietetic technician, or individual with four-year degree in nutrition or other related science. Preference will be given to qualified RD’s in accordance with WIC Program guidelines. Experience with breastfeeding preferred.

• Candidate must demonstrate ability to work with low-income individuals and groups. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required. Must work harmoniously with other staff, be courteous, neat, and organized.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITES:

Provide nutrition education and counseling to the clients and programs of the Wayne County Health Department-Ohio

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform physical assessments, collects and evaluates data necessary to determine eligibility and certify participation in the WIC program.
• Prescribe food packages and counsels participants regarding the use of nutritious foods in their diets.
• Provide nutrition education to participants.
• Refer clients to and coordinate with other health care services and community resources.
• Provide breastfeeding education and support to appropriate clientele.
• Promote breastfeeding as the preferred infant feeding choice to the community-at-large.

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Interested in this position, Please send resumes to Wendy Anderson [email protected]

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08/03/2026

💜🌸 Happy Breastfeeding Peer Day, Lesley! 🌸💜

As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week and WIC Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we also want to recognize someone who makes a difference in the lives of so many families every day.

Today, we're celebrating our very own Breastfeeding Peer Day in honor of our amazing Breastfeeding Peer, Lesley!

Lesley provides encouragement, education, and compassionate support to our WIC families throughout their breastfeeding journeys. Whether she's answering questions, offering reassurance, or celebrating milestones, she is always there with a listening ear and a caring heart. Her dedication and genuine passion for helping others make a lasting impact on the families we serve.

Thank you, Lesley, for all that you do to support, empower, and inspire our moms and babies. We are so grateful to have you as part of our WIC team!

07/29/2026

We are closed today for all team meeting.

07/03/2026

We are closed July 3rd, 2026

06/21/2026

What did the little cob of corn call his dad? 🤔Pop Corn! 🍿

To all the dads out there who are doing their best to love, support, and care for their families: We see you and are excited to celebrate you today! Your presence and dedication are helping your children grow stronger every day. 🌱

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at WIC! 🫶 What are your favorite dad jokes or ways to celebrate the father figures in your life? Share in the comments! 🌟



¿Cómo llamaba la mazorquita de maíz a su papá? 🤔 ¡Palomitas! 🍿

A todos los papás que se esfuerzan al máximo por amar, apoyar y cuidar a sus familias: ¡reconocemos su labor y nos emociona celebrarlos hoy! Su presencia y dedicación ayudan a sus hijos a crecer más fuertes cada día. 🌱

¡Feliz Día del Padre de parte de todos nosotros en WIC! 🫶 ¿Cuáles son sus chistes de papá favoritos o sus formas de celebrar a las figuras paternas en sus vidas? ¡Compártanlo en los comentarios! 🌟

06/19/2026