WIC Certification Specialist

3 weeks ago


San Antonio, Texas, United States CentroMed Full time
Job Title: WIC Certification Specialist

CentroMed is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides healthcare for all populations across the greater San Antonio area. With a strong commitment to cultural competence, we strive to deliver high-quality care to those in need.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a WIC Certification Specialist I (WCS). As a WCS, you will be responsible for certifying WIC applicants, assessing income and residency, conducting anthropometric measurements, and providing low-risk counseling via individually or group classes. Additionally, you will refer clients to medium and high-risk counseling and other services, document nutrition education in our Management Information System (MIS), and work closely with our Breastfeeding Peer Counselors to educate pregnant mothers and families about the benefits of breastfeeding.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct assessment of height, weight, and anemia screening for infants, children, pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women.
  • Complete health history and prenatal counseling in MIS.
  • Conduct low-risk individual counseling using VENA-based counseling.
  • Collaborate with the Certifying Authority (CA).
  • Develop Nutrition Education Classes and other projects such as health fairs.
  • Conduct group classes/review self-paced lessons with participants.
  • Determine program eligibility of WIC participants, including income assessment.
  • Have participants read and sign Rights and Responsibilities and issue benefits onto the WIC EBT card.
  • Explain WIC program and EBT card to new participants.
  • Approve special formulas and upload all necessary documents into TXIN (if formula certified).
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED). Some college or health care certificate is preferred. You must also have successfully breastfed or expressed breastmilk for a minimum of four months and currently or previously on WIC. In addition, you must complete and pass the State WCS Certification Training Program within 6 months of hire. Our ideal candidate will possess basic nutrition knowledge, be able to conduct an effective client interview, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Fluency in English is required, and bilingual/bicultural skills are a plus. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.



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