WIC Clerk (Part-Time) - Marion at Indiana Health Centers, Inc.

Marion, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Customer Service Skills, Communication Skills, Clerical Skills, Organizational Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Indiana Health Centers, Inc. is a mission-driven organization providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to underserved and uninsured populations since 1977. At IHC, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the needs of patients we serve in the community. With ten healthcare centers, eight Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program locations, a Mobile Health Unit, and in-house Pharmacy services, we offer primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services to community-based patient populations throughout Indiana that are diverse in age, educational background, and income level. WIC is a nationally recognized nutrition program that effectively improves access to nutritious foods and promotes healthier lifestyles. The Indiana WIC Program provides services to an average of 145,000 women, infants, and children monthly through a network of 140 WIC clinics in Indiana. Indiana WIC also supports $105 million in food sales at over 600 WIC-authorized grocery stores and pharmacies throughout Indiana. We encourage you to apply if you're passionate about serving your community and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. The Grant County WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) clinic is hiring a WIC Clerk to join our committed and skilled team. This part-time position is scheduled 28 hours per week. Meet our Grant County WIC Team: https://indianahealthonline.org/locations/grant-county-wic/ Clinic Hours of Operation: Monday - 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday - 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wednesday - 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Thursday - 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. IHC's Part Time benefits include: No nights or weekends 403(b) Retirement Plan matching at one year of employment Continuing Education reimbursement funds Two Employee Assistance Programs WIC Clerk Job Overview: Screens income, identification, and residency documents; complete WIC certification and WIC check-generating forms Orients clients to the WIC program Provides information about foods available and authorized vendors and explains the purpose of the WIC identification folder Explains the purpose of the WIC identification folder Issues WIC checks and secures required electronic signatures Sends form letters to clients covering eligibility, sanction, and appointment reminder Participates in occasional outreach work Answers phones, schedules appointments, files, and completes other standard clerical tasks Assists in the preparation of monthly reports Required skills include: Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Interacts with colleagues and patients in a professional manner Possess excellent communication skills Requirements High School diploma or GED equivalent required At least one year of clerical experience is preferred Equal Opportunity Employment Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Responsibilities

The WIC Clerk screens income, identification, and residency documents, completes WIC certification forms, and orients clients to the WIC program. Additional responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling appointments, and assisting in the preparation of monthly reports.