What are the responsibilities and job description for the WIC Certifier position at employee-vmmc?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Certifier, you will be instrumental in the direct delivery of the WIC program, ensuring eligible women, infants, and children receive the nutritional support critical for their health and development.Your daily tasks will include conducting applicant interviews, accurately determining eligibility based on income and nutritional risk, and meticulously documenting all certification data. You will provide clear program information, issue benefits, and offer basic nutrition education and resource referrals. Your dedication to detail ensures program integrity and efficient service delivery in a client-focused environment.To excel in this role, you will need strong interviewing and administrative skills, a sharp eye for detail in applying program guidelines, excellent communication abilities, and a compassionate approach to supporting families' nutritional needs.
- Certifies clients for WIC program eligibility through Nutritional Assessment, using federally mandated assessment questions to determine qualifying risk factors.
- Prescribes individually tailored food packages for clients.
- Provides basic health education such as basic nutrition, education, avoidance of harmful substances during pregnancy, basic lactation education, education on community resources, and other similar topics.
- Schedules WIC clients for appointments and provides telephone communication with clients, including reminders of appointments, missed appointments, and follow-up appointments.
- Provides and documents basic WIC services.
- Implements federal and state WIC program policies.
Job Requirements
Required
- Bachelors Other Related Discipline and one year of related work experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities, upon hire or
- High School Graduate General Studies , upon hire or
- High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
- Other Completing training on WIC certification, nutrition principles and education , 6 - months
Where You’ll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.