WIC Tech / Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Description

InterCare is a Federally Qualified Health Center which MAY qualify employees for National Student Loan Forgiveness program.

Become part of a Migrant and Community Health Center, where you will:

• Have a passionate purpose.
• Do worthwhile work.
• Make a difference in people’s lives.
  
  

InterCare is searching for a full- time WIC Technician and Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to join our team at our Grand Haven location! At InterCare, you’ll find a rewarding and challenging work environment and a competitive compensation with pay starting at $18.00/hr. and benefits package which includes: vacation/personal paid time off, sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement program.

At InterCare Community Health Network, we believe all people have the right to equal access to quality health care. The Women, Infant, and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program is a food, education, and nutrition program that provides care and education to our communities.

Work Schedule

• Monday - 9:00 am - 3:00pm
• Tuesday - 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Wednesday - 8:30am - 5:00 pm
• Thursday - 9:00am - 2:00pm
• Friday - 9:00am - 2:00pm
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Basic level of reading, writing and mathematical skills typically acquired through competition of a high school diploma
• Some front desk experience in a medical office
• Experience breastfeeding at least one baby a minimum of six months
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required
  
  

Requirements

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for a variety of clerical duties for the day to day operation and implementation of the WIC Program
• Responsible for anthropometric and laboratory procedures as specified by WIC policies
• Responsible for counseling WIC pregnant and breastfeeding clients both in prenatal and postnatal stages, providing anticipatory guidance and support
• Responsible for clinic breast pump insurance and inventory
• Assists in making referrals to nutrition, breastfeeding, health, public assistance, and community services as needed in a client centered environment
  
  

General Development

• Ability to work effectively and as part of a team with a variety of people, and develop working relationships with site staff, community members, and health professionals
• Possesses skills in motivation, self-direction and punctuality
• Contributes to a positive and respectful workplace
  
  

Job duties are performed in a typical office environment with the required ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, frequently sit, and lift up to 25 lbs. This position requires good hand-eye coordinator, reach with arms and hands, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and manipulate when using keyboard and various office equipment. Visual acuity to use computer and keyboard, operate office equipment, and read printed material as well as the need to talk and hear.