WIC Admin Support - Clarke

WIC Administrative Support - Clarke

Position in the Georgia Department of Public Health – Clarke County Health Department.

Pay Grade: D
Job Code: GSS
081

• Assist in day-to-day operations of the WIC clinic
• Determine eligibility of participants of the WIC program
• Perform general clerical duties, issue coupons, answer the telephone, and make appointments
• Update and download immunization information from GRITS
• Follow up on no-show clients, prepare and send participant correspondence, and appointment reminders
• Greet participants of the WIC program with courtesy and communicate participants’ rights and responsibilities and the use of WIC coupons
• Work as a fill-in during the absence of other agency staff on an as-needed basis
• Participate in in-service and staff meetings, including external meetings and trainings as requested, which include state-mandated training sessions
• Perform any other work as assigned by the supervisor

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of general office or administrative experience.

Experience in healthcare or public health. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

• 13 paid holidays
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• State retirement and savings plans
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

• Physical activity breaks
• Worksite wellness program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee discounts

• State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.
• DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.
• The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
• Relocation assistance is not provided.
• In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No phone calls. Applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the posted link.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.