What are the responsibilities and job description for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Administrative Specialist position at State of South Carolina?
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Under the supervision of the Administrative Lead the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Administrative Specialist will meet, interview, and direct public health clients in accordance to the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program under the agency's policies and procedures.
Clinical and Administrative Duties/Training:
-Conduct eligibility interviews, review program requirements, apply processing standards, and educate clients on program standards.
-Follow established guidelines around customer service, and cultural competency to answer telephone calls to assist and schedule appointments as needed for current and new clients.
-Prepare and submit any required reports to complete data collection and entry into SC WIC; ensure necessary materials are properly utilized.
-Validate and issue food instruments (FI) and Farmer's Market checks.
-Attend relevant program and agency training and meetings.
-Employees are expected to stand for periods of time, and lift periodically up to thirty (30) pounds.
Emergency Preparedness:
In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DPH employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
This position is headquartered at the Rock Hill Health Department ( York County).
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Agency Additional Requirements: High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of medical office/clinical clerical office experience which includes public contact or; an Associates’ Degree in Secretarial Science or a related field and one (1) year of medical office/clinical clerical office experience. Must have advanced computer skills and office equipment knowledge.
Bilingual in Spanish/English; one (1) year of experience with electronic health and medical records.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
Equal Employment: SCDPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SCDPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants needing an accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for an accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
Immunization Requirements: All new employees who are healthcare providers will be required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Salary : $32,875 - $35,805
