We are seeking a WIC Service Associate. The primary purpose of the WIC Service Associate position is to obtain socio-economic, health, and dietary information, and identify problems that would determine a client's eligibility for the federally funded Supplemental Nutritional Program (WIC).

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct initial certification and recertification.
• Collect anthropometric and hematological data.
• Accurately obtains/documents and enter information in WOW system, proof of residence, identify, proof of income and proof of pregnancy if applicable.
• Provide primary and secondary nutrition education.
• Follow established federal and state guidelines and the applicants' dietary/health requirements and preference.
• Evaluates the need for and refers clients to other health, food assistance and social services programs.

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Six (6) months related work experience.

• Able to work independently.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Excellent time management, communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Experience working with multi-cultural and special needs population.
• Ability to provide excellent participant excellent participant centered customer service; basic nutrition knowledge; ability to prioritize work assignments; proficient in Microsoft word.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be willing to travel to various sites; perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or program coordinator.
• Previous WIC experience a plus.

Classified Title: Clinic Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title):WIC Service Associate
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OC
Starting Salary Range: $15.50 - $25.00 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Exempt Status:Non-Exempt
Location:School of Public Health
Department name: PFRH WIC Project
Personnel area: School of Public Health