WIC PRN Clerk

POSITION: WIC PRN Clerk

LOCATION: Evansville, Indiana

DEPARTMENT: Vanderburgh County Health Department – WIC 

SUPERVISOR: Director of the WIC Program 

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  • Display a positive reflection of the Indiana WIC program, both in the clinic and through community outreach activities, which may include local Farmers’ Market events and collaborations with healthcare providers, non-profit organizations, and other community partners.
  • Develop working relationships with other staff and partnering community agencies.
  • Maintain a compassionate clinic environment that supports the diversity and needs of the community.
  • Support and promote breastfeeding as the normative infant feeding method within the clinic environment.
  • Follow all policies and procedures of the Indiana WIC program.
  • Schedule appointments using the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS).
  • Assist applicants with the completion of intake documents.
  • Screen WIC applicants for eligibility (identity, residency, and income) and document in the INWIC MIS.
  • Offer the opportunity to register to vote and provide assistance to applicants and clients 17 years of age or older who are applying for benefits or are making an address change. Work with the local agency Voter Registration Coordinator in transmitting VRG-6 forms and filing VRG-9 forms.
  • Provide written information to clients regarding Medicaid, agencies that provide Drug and Substance Abuse counseling, and other social service agencies.
  • Provide and explain Ineligibility Notice to applicants found to be ineligible for the program.
  • Issue WIC benefits and eWIC card as needed.
  • Provide explanations of the WIC program including WIC approved foods and use of the eWIC card.
  • Provide applicants/clients with appropriate program informational materials.
  • Assist applicants/clients with downloading, registering for, and utilizing the INWIC Mobile App.
  • Perform heights, weights and hemoglobin measurements.
  • Ensure confidentiality of applicant and client information in accordance with WIC federal regulation.
  • Participate in in-service education and staff meetings.
  • Attend off-site conferences and meetings as needed or required by the position.
  • Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Clerical experience in maternal and child health or public health preferred.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
    • Present in the clinic during all clinic hours, up to the limit for full-time employees.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Work effectively on a multidisciplinary team.
    • Flexibility during periods of program change.
    • Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
    • Ability to facilitate conversations with individuals of diverse backgrounds to address their needs.
    • Demonstrate professionalism in a manner consistent with legal and ethical standards including WIC federal regulation.
    • Operate standard office and computer equipment.
    • Utilize available communication services to accommodate a client’s preferred language.
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Work completed in a fast-paced clinic setting. This may include interaction with the public, exposure to loud noises, and working in close proximity to others.
    • Client interactions, including but not limited to, height and weight measurements, hemoglobin finger sticks, and holding/lifting infants and children as needed.
    • Repetitive motion related to standard office work.
    • Occasional travel between clinics and to required statewide conferences.
  • Travel: Driving a vehicle requiring a license. Some travel is required, and is typically local or regional, to meet with clients, conduct business, or attend or provide training.
  • Vanderburgh County Health Department is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Vanderburgh County Health Department will take the steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Vanderburgh County Health Department at 812-435-2400.