Health Services Worker - Public Health And Social Services (WIC)

Health Services Worker

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: $3,779- $5,083/mo.

The recruitment will remain open until filled, with a first review date of July 10th, 2025.

Position Summary

Under 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

• 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.

Qualifications

Required: 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.

Preferred: Must obtain a Washington State Health Care Assistants within 90 days of hire. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) may be required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of: 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.

Ability to:

• Learn and follow County policies and procedures
• Follow verbal and written instructions.

Behaviors:

• Regular, reliable attendance.

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding profession, consider a career in public service. Join Lewis County's workforce of dedicated public servants in helping shape the future of our growing community.

Lewis County offers the following benefits:

Core Benefits: (for Employees and family)

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• AD&D
• Retirement
• Long-term disability
• EAP Program

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible Spending account
• Dependent care assistance
• Supplemental insurance
• Deferred Compensation Program

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