WIC Clerk (WNA)

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a fully completed application by the posted deadline.

Summary:

Applicant must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a current WIC Nutrition Assistant (WNA) certification, with a minimum of one year of WIC Nutrition Assistant experience. Must have a California Driver’s License with a safe driving record, DMV record required. Must be insurable by the program’s insurance carrier. Must possess a current CPR (BLS Provider) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross, certification may be obtained prior to orientation. The WIC Nutrition Assistant (WNA) supports the Nutrition/WIC Department by providing clerical, participant intake, and program support services to eligible women, infants, and children. This role assists with WIC enrollment and recertification, maintains accurate client records, issues WIC benefits, and supports nutrition education and breastfeeding promotion while ensuring compliance with WIC program requirements. The position works closely with the Nutrition Department and may require travel to multiple clinic locations as assigned. The WIC Clerk will serve as a general office person in the area of WIC/Nutrition services. They will also provide basic nutrition education as trained  a WNA and help in scheduling patients and participants under the supervision of the Nutrition Department Director as a point of contact for different services. This position is funded by a Grant.  Must be able to work with the Indian Community and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as a clerk/secretary in the area of general office duties for the WIC program.
• Completes WIC Nutrition Assistant Certification and holds WNA Certificate.
• Types, copies, and files all necessary materials for the efficient operation of the WIC program.  Handles routine office details and issues WIC checks.
• Completes an age appropriate history on each woman, infant, and child who qualifies for WIC services.
• After all tests and physicals have been completed, clerk is responsible to review the findings and submit the information on each child or woman to the dietitian.
• Keeps patient file cards updated and complete. Maintains WIC patient charts, fills out and completes appropriate WIC enrollment and re-certification forms.
• Facilitates clients in receiving WIC services.
• Monitors and develops system for assuring compliance with WIC eligibility requirements.  Sets up and maintains filing and reference system for the WIC Nutrition Program. Visits Pechanga, Cahuilla and Needles as assigned to issue WIC vouchers or attends WIC clinics.
• Uses the ISIS (Integrated Statewide Information System) computer system for WIC eligible participants.
• Keeps abreast on current breastfeeding information and education
• Promotes breastfeeding as the preferred feeding choice of infants
• Other duties as may be assigned.
• This position shall require working on weekends, if needed.

Education:                              

Applicant must possess a high school diploma or equivalent Current WIC Nutrition Assistant (WNA) certification

Experience:

A minimum of one (1) year of WIC Nutrition Assistant experience.

Certification:

Must have current CPR (BLS Provider) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross. Certification may be obtained prior to orientation.

License:

A California Driver’s License with a safe driving record, DMV record required. Must be insurable by the program’s insurance carrier.

Skill:               

Recommend typing speed of 30 wpm. Computer skills. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Knowledge of filing system.

Ability to:        

Run ISIS for WIC with one week of instruction.  

Must be able to work with the Indian Community, and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.

Physical Demands:

Work may require driving, walking, standing and sitting. There may be some carrying of light items such as books, paper and small equipment weighing 10 to 20 pounds.  Extensive traveling is required.

Appointment Type: 

Part-Time, Non-Exempt Position

Compensation:

$21.00-$23.50 Per Hour (depending on experience and internal equity) 

Clinic Location: San Manuel Clinic as Assigned

San Manuel Indian Health Clinic (11980 Mt. Vernon Ave. Grand Terrance Ca, 92313),  Cahuilla Indian Health Clinic (53000 Cahuilla Rd. Anza, Ca 92539), Santa Rosa Indian Health Clinic (65175 St. Highway 74 Mountain Center, Ca 92561), and Pechanga Indian Health Clinic (47001 Pala Rd. Temecula, Ca 92592).

Salary : $21 - $24