We are seeking a WIC Service Associate . The primary purpose of the WIC Service Associate position is to obtain socio-economic, health, and dietary information, and identify problems that would determine a client's eligibility for the federally funded Supplemental Nutritional Program (WIC).

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct initial certification and recertification.

• Collect anthropometric and hematological data.

• Accurately obtains/documents and enter information in WOW system, proof of residence, identify, proof of income and proof of pregnancy if applicable.

• Provide primary and secondary nutrition education.

• Follow established federal and state guidelines and the applicants’ dietary/health requirements and preference.

• Evaluates the need for and refers clients to other health, food assistance and social services programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.

• Six (6) months related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to work independently.

• Excellent computer skills.

• Fluent in English and Spanish.

• Excellent time management, communication (verbal and written) skills.

• Experience working with multi-cultural and special needs population.

• Ability to provide excellent participant excellent participant centered customer service; basic nutrition knowledge; ability to prioritize work assignments; proficient in Microsoft word.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Must be willing to travel to various sites; perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or program coordinator.

• Previous WIC experience a plus.

Classified Title: Clinic Assistant

Job Posting Title (Working Title): WIC Service Associate

Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OC

Starting Salary Range: $15.50 - $25.00 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Public Health

Department name: ​​​​​​​PFRH WIC Project

Personnel area: School of Public Health

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.