WIC - Client Assistant

Family Health Council of Central PA•Carlisle, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join an employer that cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides the opportunity to use your professional skills to make our community a better place. We are a private, not-for-profit organization that coordinates public health grants for a 26-county region in central PA, seeking a Client and Nutrition Assistant to work in the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program at our Carlisle Tapestry of Health location. We strongly encourage you to apply if you are from a marginalized or underrepresented group, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants. FHCCP is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life and expects all employees and contractors to further that as part of their commitment to our organizational vision, mission, and values. FHCCP requires up-to-date vaccinated status as part of maintaining a healthy workplace and the clinical safety of our clients. These vaccinations currently include influenza and COVID -19, but could include others, based on timely public health needs.

Requirements

excellent customer service, communication, and organization skills
be a team player
thrive in a fast-paced environment
Reliable transportation and a valid PA driver's license are for travel.
Child Protection Clearances ( formerly "Act 153 Clearances") The following clearances and background checks are required upon employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH) FBI Criminal Record Check, from fingerprinting PA Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA)

Nice To Haves

Previous WIC experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

scheduling appointments
determining eligibility
collecting data
performing various duties to ensure the delivery of WIC benefits, nutrition education and breastfeeding support