What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Services Worker - Public Health and Social Services (WIC) position at Lewis County?
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Lewis County is currently hiring a Health Services Worker to join the WIC Division of the Public Health and Social Services Department, located at 360 NW North St., Chehalis, WA 98532. This is a Teamster's 252 Combined represented position and preference will be given to existing current Teamsters employees. ALL APPLICANTS MUST GO TO THE LEWIS COUNTY WEBSITE AT https://jobs.lewiscountywa.gov/ TO GET DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT FOLLOW DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS LISTED ON THE COUNTY WEBSITE POSTING WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. Job Type: Regular Full-time, Non-Exempt Salary Range: Grade 114: $3,669- $4,935/mo.POSITION SUMMARYUnder close supervision, conducts eligibility interviews, certifies applicant eligibility, and issues food vouchers for the WIC (Women, Infant, and Children) program; provides nutrition education, general health information, and referral to community and medical resources.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.Explains WIC program to participants and determines eligibility; obtains health history, performs anthropometric assessments of infants, children and women, and assesses growth pattern.Interviews clients, collects family information, and enters data obtained from interview in the State database; documents client service delivery according to state procedures and standards.Assesses nutritional needs of WIC participants based on clinical, anthropometric and socioeconomic information; determines eligibility based on income, address and proof of identity; explains eligibility criteria, participant responsibility and WIC policies.Performs hemoglobin procedures, following universal precautions/blood-borne pathogen protocol; assesses diet as it applies to WIC guidelines, makes appropriate recommendations and refers high-risk clients to dietitian; assesses clients for medical/nutritional risk factors and identifies high-risk criteria.Coordinates the development and implementation of an individual care plan; refers individuals to other health professionals and agencies.Provides nutrition education and breastfeeding promotion and support; prescribes WIC food package and prints food checks.Performs duties in main office and outreach clinics, which includes driving to satellite locations, setting up, breaking down, and cleaning site.Plans and prepares individual and group educational materials in conjunction with the dietitian, which may include display boards, bulletin boards, and handouts.Assists in educating the public on health and healthy behaviors and on community services available through Public Health Department and other community resources.Assists in compiling and maintaining records, reports and statistical information.Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, personnel records and County information; complies with the confidentiality standards of the Privacy Act of 1974, {U.S.C. § 552A} as amended, and HIPAA policies and procedures.WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in a standard office environment and off-site facilities; work involves light physical demands and frequent use of a personal computer.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent; AND one (1) year of experience in a medical or social services program.A valid Driver’s License is required. Must obtain a Washington State Health Care Assistants within 90 days of hire. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish)KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of: County policies and procedures.Applicable policies, procedures, and regulations covering WIC nutritional health programs.Principles and practices of nutrition and child development.Principles of record keeping and records management.Business and personal computers, and standard software applications.Skills in: Entering data into a computer system with speed and accuracy.Interacting with people of all social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.Maintaining accurate records.Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.Following verbal and written instructions.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSAssociate’s Degree in Sociology, Health Care or related field; ANDTwo (2) years social work/health education experience OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience in this fieldValid Driver’s LicenseMay be required to pass criminal background checkProof of eligibility to work in the United StatesAbility to speak, read, and write the English language effectively
Lewis County is currently hiring a Health Services Worker to join the WIC Division of the Public Health and Social Services Department, located at 360 NW North St., Chehalis, WA 98532. This is a Teamster's 252 Combined represented position and preference will be given to existing current Teamsters employees. ALL APPLICANTS MUST GO TO THE LEWIS COUNTY WEBSITE AT https://jobs.lewiscountywa.gov/ TO GET DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT FOLLOW DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS LISTED ON THE COUNTY WEBSITE POSTING WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. Job Type: Regular Full-time, Non-Exempt Salary Range: Grade 114: $3,669- $4,935/mo.POSITION SUMMARYUnder close supervision, conducts eligibility interviews, certifies applicant eligibility, and issues food vouchers for the WIC (Women, Infant, and Children) program; provides nutrition education, general health information, and referral to community and medical resources.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.Explains WIC program to participants and determines eligibility; obtains health history, performs anthropometric assessments of infants, children and women, and assesses growth pattern.Interviews clients, collects family information, and enters data obtained from interview in the State database; documents client service delivery according to state procedures and standards.Assesses nutritional needs of WIC participants based on clinical, anthropometric and socioeconomic information; determines eligibility based on income, address and proof of identity; explains eligibility criteria, participant responsibility and WIC policies.Performs hemoglobin procedures, following universal precautions/blood-borne pathogen protocol; assesses diet as it applies to WIC guidelines, makes appropriate recommendations and refers high-risk clients to dietitian; assesses clients for medical/nutritional risk factors and identifies high-risk criteria.Coordinates the development and implementation of an individual care plan; refers individuals to other health professionals and agencies.Provides nutrition education and breastfeeding promotion and support; prescribes WIC food package and prints food checks.Performs duties in main office and outreach clinics, which includes driving to satellite locations, setting up, breaking down, and cleaning site.Plans and prepares individual and group educational materials in conjunction with the dietitian, which may include display boards, bulletin boards, and handouts.Assists in educating the public on health and healthy behaviors and on community services available through Public Health Department and other community resources.Assists in compiling and maintaining records, reports and statistical information.Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, personnel records and County information; complies with the confidentiality standards of the Privacy Act of 1974, {U.S.C. § 552A} as amended, and HIPAA policies and procedures.WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in a standard office environment and off-site facilities; work involves light physical demands and frequent use of a personal computer.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent; AND one (1) year of experience in a medical or social services program.A valid Driver’s License is required. Must obtain a Washington State Health Care Assistants within 90 days of hire. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish)KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of: County policies and procedures.Applicable policies, procedures, and regulations covering WIC nutritional health programs.Principles and practices of nutrition and child development.Principles of record keeping and records management.Business and personal computers, and standard software applications.Skills in: Entering data into a computer system with speed and accuracy.Interacting with people of all social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.Maintaining accurate records.Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.Following verbal and written instructions.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSAssociate’s Degree in Sociology, Health Care or related field; ANDTwo (2) years social work/health education experience OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience in this fieldValid Driver’s LicenseMay be required to pass criminal background checkProof of eligibility to work in the United StatesAbility to speak, read, and write the English language effectively
Salary : $3,669 - $4,935
