Health Professional Assistant (HPA)

Jefferson-Franklin-Community-Action-Corporation; Hillsboro (MO); Sur place; USD 19 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick time

Inclement weather days

Supplemental Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Pet Insurance

403(b) Salary Deferral with Employer-M

Fridays off (4-day week)

Résumé du poste

Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation in Missouri is hiring a Health Professional Assistant (HPA) to support Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) participants. You will welcome families, collect data, and help with certifications in a busy community clinic.

This full-time role offers a 36-hour week, four days with Fridays off, two sites (Hillsboro and Arnold), 16.97 USD hourly starting pay, benefits eligibility, holidays, vacation and sick time, and additional insurance options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• One year in a community health or nutrition program, or two years in clerical/customer service.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsabilités

• Welcome participants and provide information about WIC services.
• Collect and document participant data for WIC certification.
• Enter data into the WIC MIS accurately.
• Schedule appointments and maintain participant communications.
• Issue electronic food benefits to eligible participants.
• Promote breastfeeding and connect families with support resources.
• Refer participants to health, nutrition, and community programs.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA requirements.
• Assist clinic operations and keep intake areas welcoming.
• Support outreach and education activities.

Connaissances

Data entry

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation (JFCAC)
Full-Time | 4-Day Workweek, Fridays Off!

2 Days in Hillsboro & 2 Days in Arnold, Missouri

Make a Difference in the Lives of Women, Infants, and Children

Do you enjoy helping people, working in a fast-paced environment, and being part of a mission-driven team?

Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation (JFCAC) is seeking a compassionate, organized, and client-focused Health Professional Assistant (HPA) to support families in our community through the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome participants, answer questions, and provide information about WIC services and benefits.
• Collect and document participant information, including height, weight, immunization records, and bloodwork required for WIC certification.
• Accurately enter participant data into the WIC Management Information System (MIS).
• Schedule appointments and maintain communication with participants regarding services and follow-up needs.
• Issue electronic food benefits to eligible participants.
• Promote breastfeeding and connect families with breastfeeding support resources.
• Refer participants to appropriate health, nutrition, and community support programs.
• Maintain participant confidentiality in accordance with WIC policies and HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with clinic operations by stocking supplies, cleaning and organizing intake areas, and creating a welcoming environment for families.
• Support community outreach and education activities as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET).
• One year of experience in a community health or nutrition program, or two years of clerical, administrative support, or customer service experience.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a high-volume clinic setting.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel as needed.
• Must complete required state WIC training within six (6) months of hire.
• Starting pay is $16.97 per hour, bi-weekly pay
  • Potential to increase based on relevant experience and completed education
• Full-time, 36-hour work week, Benefits-eligible
• 4-Day Workweek with FRIDAYS OFF!
• Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time
  • Paid inclement weather days, following Jefferson College weather schedule
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance
• 403 (b) Salary Deferral with Employer Match & Simplified Employee Pension Plan

The Right Person for this Role

The right person is compassionate, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with adults, infants, and young children. They enjoy helping others, can maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment.

Why Join Our Team?

• Meaningful work that supports community health and family wellness
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to serve women, infants, children, and families in your community

Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation