WIC Educator

Join Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.

We're looking for a compassionate and organized WIC Educator who is passionate about improving the health and well-being of women, infants, and children.

In this role, you'll provide nutrition education, determine program eligibility, support breastfeeding families, and connect participants with valuable community resources. If you enjoy building relationships, empowering families through education, and making a lasting impact in your community, we'd love to have you join our team.

What You’ll Do:

Participant Education & Support

• Welcome participants and create a friendly, supportive environment that encourages trust and engagement.
• Explain WIC program benefits and assist participants with the application process in person and over the phone.
• Schedule appointments and follow up with participants who miss appointments.
• Educate participants on the Colorado WIC Program Allowable Foods List and healthy nutrition practices.
• Explain nutritional risk factors, food packages, and the nutrients provided through the WIC program.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, including nutrition, physical activity, and breastfeeding.

Nutrition Assessment & Participant Services

• Complete participant intake in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct health assessments, including height, weight, length, hemoglobin testing, and nutrition screenings.
• Determine and document program eligibility and identify nutritional risk factors.
• Develop individualized nutrition education plans and establish participant-centered behavior change goals.
• Tailor WIC food packages to meet participant needs and issue food benefits.
• Promote and support breastfeeding, including education, follow-up, breast pump distribution, inventory management, and cleaning.
• Identify high-risk participants and coordinate referrals to WIC professionals, healthcare providers, and community resources.
• Maintain participant confidentiality while providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care.

Administrative Support

• Answer and direct phone calls professionally.
• Assist participants who need help completing forms or documentation.
• Maintain accurate participant records and ensure timely completion of required reports.
• Conduct and participate in internal chart audits.
• Order and maintain clinic supplies, educational materials, office inventory, and WIC resources.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, tested, and functioning properly.
• Maintain clinic manuals, forms, and policy documentation.

Program Coordination & Community Outreach

• Participate in outreach events to promote WIC services within the community.
• Monitor and process referrals through the WIC Referral System and NextGen.
• Complete additional coordinator responsibilities as assigned, including roles such as:
  • Breastfeeding Coordinator
  • Retail Coordinator
  • WIC Referral System Coordinator
  • Outreach Coordinator
• Complete assigned coordinator duties with minimal supervision while ensuring program compliance.

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of previous office experience.
• Ability to successfully complete the Colorado WIC Certification Program:
  • Level I within 3 months of hire.
  • Levels II and III within 6 months of hire.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of computer proficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including low-income families, infants, and young children.
• Commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles, healthy eating habits, and physical activity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Previous experience in nutrition, public health, healthcare, or customer service.

Location & type of job: This is a full-time onsite position located in Alamosa, Colorado.

Why Join Valley-Wide?

Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to creating a patient-centered, supportive environment for both employees and the communities we serve. As a Call Center Representative, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients receive timely and accurate assistance.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
• Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
• Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STD
• Retirement Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement Plan
• Paid Leave:
  • Vacation: 10 days accrued per year
  • Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
  • Holidays: 7 days per year 3 Floating Holidays

For more information and to apply, visit our website: Valley-Wide Careers

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.

Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) For more information on employee rights under FMLA, please visit: FMLA Employee Rights

Salary : $18 - $23