WIC Nutrition Assistant1/Prog. Asst.

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POSITION TITLE

Nutrition Assistant 1/Program Assistant 1

LOCATION:

Greenfield, Northampton, Orange WIC offices

STATUS:

Non-Exempt

SUPERVISOR

WIC Program Director

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides nutrition services to WIC\'s low-risk child applicants and participants. The position provides general clerical and administrative support to the

CAPV WIC

program. This includes anthropometric and hematological data collection, dietary and nutritional risk assessment, food package assignment, counseling and education, data entry, referrals to other health and social services, follow-up nutrition education, answer phone calls, schedule and reschedule appointments, greet participants in clinic, and other office administrative duties.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Completes and receives acceptable status on all components, activities and post-tests of the CPA I training program to obtain CPA I status within 6 months of hire. Completes and receives acceptable status on all components, activities and posttests of the CPA II training program to obtain CPA II status within 1 year of hire.

After obtaining CPA I status:

a. Provides nutrition care to low-risk children at certification and follow up, including all aspects of: Anthropometric and hematological data collection. Dietary and nutritional risk assessment. Food package assignment. Counseling and education. Documentation and nutrition data entry. Referrals to other health and social services. Follow-up nutrition education. 4. Performs other duties as needed, including participating in quality assurance activities. 5.

Performs reception duties such as:

Answer and direct phone calls. Screen applicant inquiries for eligibility. Manage appointment scheduling/rescheduling including reminder phone calls. Greet and triage participants to appropriate staff. Oversee flow of applicants/participants in waiting area. Clerical duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies: Interpersonal communication - verbal and written; in-person and phone. Conflict resolution, problem-solving, establishing priorities, navigating change. Judgement and decision-making. Promote equity by deconstructing barriers to a racially just system. Cultivate work environments that value truth-telling, courage, vulnerability, space to think and reflect, community-mindedness, hope, and openness to difficult conversations.

Key Knowledge and Experience:

Knowledge of local health and social services, advocacy, and navigating resources. Experience in nutrition, health care, and/or community health care facility. Experience working with marginalized communities and individuals with low incomes. Experience with data management, data capture, tracking methods and analysis for outcome measurements. Adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate close attention to details. Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Suite and databasews)

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

High School Diploma or GED. One year\'s experience in the health care field (may include counselor, educator, clinical assistant, outreach worker, or home health aide). One year\'s experience in general office operations. Within 6 months, completion and receipt of acceptable status on all components, activities and post-tests of the CPA I Training Program

SKILLS REQUIRED

Basic computer skills: using a mouse, email, Microsoft office. Excellent verbal (in-person and phone) and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Understanding of data capture and tracking methods. Sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic diversity and the needs of individuals with low incomes.

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