WIC Certifier 2

Company: Spokane Regional Health District
Location: Spokane
Posted on: November 9, 2024

Job Description:

*NOTE* Your application must include your first and last name as they appear on your social security card.



Why work at SRHD?
Are you passionate about helping low-income women, infants, and children access nutritious foods and health care services? Do you want to contribute to the prevention of nutrition-related health problems? Ready to develop your skills in communication, counseling, and problem-solving? Then look no further, WIC Certifier 2 position with the Spokane Regional Health District is the job for you!

This position will work in a local WIC office in Spokane, has a dedicated Monday-Friday dayshift schedule, and starts at $24/hr.

Who we are:
The Spokane Regional Health District is passionate about public health and considers it a privilege to be able to provide services to the residents of Spokane County. We are one of 34 local public health agencies serving Washington state's 39 counties. We have approximately 280 employees and serve a population of more than 550,000 in Spokane County.

What we do:
Spokane Regional Health District is organized into six divisions to serve the diverse needs of our community best: Environmental Public Health, Community Health, Treatment Services, Disease Prevention and Response, Administration, and Finance. We consider it a privilege to serve our community with love, compassion, and generosity!

Why you should work with us:
SRHD works hard to create a dynamic work environment that is warm, welcoming, and vibrant. Predictable scheduling, low-stress position, union representation, and a comprehensive benefits package are just a few reasons to join this amazing team!

What you can expect from us:
Working at the Spokane Regional Health District is more than just a job; it is a place where you can be directly involved with the betterment of the health and well-being of your local community. Below is a summary of our benefits:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 Paid Holidays plus 1 personal day
• Paid Vacation (7.5 hours per month)
• Paid Sick Leave (7.5 hours per month)
• Pension plan options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive medical benefits
• Career growth and development planning
• And much more...
  What you'll be doing
  This position provides competent nutrition and breastfeeding education and support along with up-to-date nutrition education individually or in a group setting to qualified women, infants, and children. This position also functions as a lead with responsibilities for completing peer Quality Assurance, staffing schedule development and coordination with other program leads, acute conflict resolution with regards to client services, liaison for building meetings, in-services, workforce training and providing input and feedback to program manager on staff training needs.
  
  Some Essential Functions Include:
  

• Performs client services and certifications in accordance with the WA State WIC policy and procedures.
• Completes nutrition assessment to identify and assign risks per WIC protocol.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of WIC program guidelines and procedures by communication with supervisor, Washington State WIC, or referring to WIC manual
• Develops staffing schedules, with direction from program manager, and oversees input of client schedules into Cascades.
• Completes and assigns peer Quality Assurance (QA) per SRHD/WIC protocols, including chart reviews and observations if directed to do so by program manager.
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  What we need from you
  Required qualifications:
  
  • High School Graduate or GED
  • Five years of experience as a WIC Certifier 1 (or equivalent position)
  • Satisfactory completion of Washington WIC Competent Professional Authority training program
  • Valid motor vehicle license and current auto insurance or the ability to access multiple sites in a timely manner
  • Current registration as a Medical Assistant in the state of Washington
    Preferred qualifications:
    
    • Higher education in public health or nutrition-related field
    • Leadership experience
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