WIC Technician

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Eleven paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, AK is seeking a WIC Clerk to serve clients in the YK Delta. You will initiate WIC certification, collect documents, enter data, manage monthly mailings, and explain program benefits to clients, while ensuring nutrition education is provided.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year in an office setting, and Infant CPR training within 3 months of hire. Yupik language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum experience: 1+ years in an office setting, preferably with patient or client interaction.
• Infant CPR within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Initiates WIC certification for participants in the WIC office and offsite in village clinics.
• Collects certification documents and completes data entry.
• Creates and updates files, faxes and copies program materials.

Skills

Yupik language

Infant CPR

Good computer skills

Community resources knowledge

Client interaction

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hemocue machine

Weighing scales

Height board

Telephone

Xerox

Job description

Bethel , Alaska We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers - the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary

Works as a team member to serve WIC clients in the YK Delta. Initiates WIC certification for participants in the WIC office and offsite in village clinics. Collects certification documents, completes data entry, creates and updates files, faxes and copies program materials. In charge of monthly mailings and warrant printing. Explains program benefits and rules to clients. Ensure clients receive nutrition education as required. Provides health and nutrition assessment of height, weight, and hemoglobin. Keeps inventory and orders supplies. Function as a team member on other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 1 or more years working in an office setting, preferably with patient or client interaction.
• License, Certification, Registration: Infant CPR within 3 months of hire.
• Equipment/Tools/Word-Aids: Computer, Hemocue machine, weighing scales, height board, telephone, and xerox.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Speaks the Yupik language. Good computer skills, knowledge of community resources, knowledge of laws regarding child abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault. High degree of interaction with clients.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO - starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Additional Information

ID: 18775 Location: Bethel Department: Women, Infants, Children (WIC) Employment Duration: 80 Full time Temporary Status: Not Applicable Hours per Week: 40 Minimum Hourly Pay: 16.73 FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail] or phone [phone] and ask to speak with a recruiter.

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