WIC Nutrition & Client Services Specialist

State of Florida; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida's Department of Health in Port Charlotte is seeking a HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST to determine WIC client eligibility, enroll participants, and maintain records. The role includes issuing WIC EBT cards, scheduling appointments, and coordinating with nutrition staff to promote breastfeeding and nutrition education.

Responsibilities include collecting diet histories, maintaining HMS/EARS records, and assisting with vendor management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of WIC program statutes, rules and regulations.
• Ability to perform data collection and maintain records.
• Ability to teach and develop nutrition education materials.
• Proficiency with standard office software and EBT-related systems.
• Strong attention to detail for client eligibility and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Determine client eligibility and enroll into WIC per policy and procedures.
• Complete WIC certification steps and maintain electronic records.
• Issue WIC EBT cards and educate participants on usage.
• Schedule appointments and manage communications with clients.
• Assist with inventory, vendor coordination, and staff meetings.

Skills

WIC knowledge

Data collection

Record keeping

Computer literacy

Nutrition education

Communication skills

Job description

State of Florida's Department of Health in Port Charlotte is seeking a HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST to determine WIC client eligibility, enroll participants, and maintain records. The role includes issuing WIC EBT cards, scheduling appointments, and coordinating with nutrition staff to promote breastfeeding and nutrition education.

Responsibilities include collecting diet histories, maintaining HMS/EARS records, and assisting with vendor management.