WIC Certifier

Franciscan Medical Group • Lakewood, WA

1d • $22 - $34

About The Position

The WIC Certifier supports the direct delivery of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), helping eligible women, infants, and children receive nutritional support. The role interviews applicants, determines eligibility based on income and nutritional risk, and accurately documents certification information. It also includes explaining the program, issuing benefits, providing basic nutrition education and referrals, and maintaining program integrity and efficient, client-focused service. The position requires careful application of program guidelines, strong interviewing and administrative skills, clear communication, and a compassionate approach to supporting families.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in another related discipline and one year of related work experience demonstrating the required job knowledge and abilities; or a high school diploma or GED in General Studies.
• For the high school diploma or GED pathway, complete training in WIC certification, nutrition principles, and education within six months.

Responsibilities

• Certify clients for WIC eligibility through nutritional assessments, using federally mandated questions to determine qualifying risk factors.
• Prescribe individually tailored food packages for clients.
• Provide basic health education, including nutrition, avoidance of harmful substances during pregnancy, basic lactation education, and information about community resources.
• Schedule WIC client appointments and communicate by telephone about reminders, missed appointments, and follow-up appointments.
• Provide and document basic WIC services.
• Implement federal and state WIC program policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time