WIC Educator

Douglas County, CO•Englewood, CO

3d•$45,760 - $63,683

About The Position

The WIC Educator performs paraprofessional, client service, and clerical work related to public health nutrition, delivering Supplemental Food and Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) services. The position oversees a caseload of WIC clients and provides education, referrals, appointment coordination, and program documentation. The role is based in Lone Tree, Colorado, within the Public Health Department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience as a WIC Educator or in related work.
Ability to meet WIC I, II, and III competencies.
Pass all State WIC Certification modules and WIC Learning Online Modules with a score of at least 90% within the required timeframes: Level I within three months of hire, Level II within six months, and Level III within nine months.
Successful completion of a criminal background check, including fingerprinting through a national database.
Valid Colorado Driver’s License upon hire and complying insurance; motor vehicle record review is required at hire and periodically during employment.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain a caseload of clients participating in the WIC program.
Conduct WIC procedure orientations for clients individually or in groups.
Issue WIC checks on a one- to three-month schedule.
Schedule client appointments according to WIC check issuance and the time allotted for each appointment type.
Conduct anthropometric measurements without supervision.
Set client-centered goals and provide ongoing breastfeeding and nutrition education according to the nutrition education checklist or direction from the clinic Registered Dietitian.
Perform clerical duties such as filing, typing, and answering phones in support of daily WIC operations.
Maintain WIC files and records, and submit standard WIC forms and reports as required by the state.
Consult with appropriate WIC clinic staff about client status, status changes, medical problems, and related issues.
Refer high-risk clients to the WIC Registered Dietitian or High Risk services.
Refer clients to appropriate health care services, food banks, Medicaid, and social services assistance.
Participate in WIC outreach activities and special events for clients.
Perform other duties as assigned.
In an emergency or disaster, make every effort to assist with continued County operations, potentially performing additional duties and hours beyond normal requirements.