WIC Clerk Job Bremerton area,Washington USA,Social Work

Here is a great opportunity to be the face of the Kitsap Community Resources Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Department and work directly with Kitsap County residents in need of assistance. You can go home knowing you helped members of the Kitsap County community!

KCR offers a great benefits package with 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for the employee and 6.5% employer contribution to your 401(k) after 1 year!

Please apply /career-opportunities/. If you need assistance with your application please contact Human Resources.

Job Title: WIC Clerk
Department: Early Learning and Family Services;
Women, Infants, and Children
Hourly Wage: $19.35- $19.35
Position Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Direct Supervisor: WIC Site Supervisor
Work Environment: In person, office setting. Some travel to other sites may be required.

Location:

845 8th St, Bremerton Job Summary

The WIC Clerk position provides clerical and reception support to our Bremerton WIC location. You will be responsible for answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting clients, providing counseling and nutritional education for clients under the direction of the WIC Manager or Site Supervisor, and documenting nutrition services, goals and literature provided in the client’s file.

KCR Mission, Vision, & Core Values

Mission:
Kitsap Community Resources (KCR) is a nonprofit, private, social services agency. We are committed to creating hope and opportunity for all low-income Kitsap County residents by providing resources that promote self-sufficiency and stability.

Vision:
We exist with a clear vision of creating a community where everyone has an opportunity to thrive.

Core Values:
Kitsap Community Resources core values are a vital part of each position, and employees are expected to uphold them to the fullest.

Integrity – taking care to honor our commitments in an ethical manner
Compassion – genuinely empathizing with those we serve
Excellence – demonstrating a high level of performance in all we do
Diversity – showing honor and respect to all individuals we serve
Collaboration – so we seek out partnership opportunities
Teamwork – supporting our employees and partners as we fulfill our mission

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

Required

Education:

High school diploma or GED

Preferred Education:

AA degree in nutrition

Bi-lingual Spanish is a plus

Preferred 2 years of experience in clerical setting

Ability to pass State and/or Federal Background Checks as determined by position (prior to hire date)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Must demonstrate recognition and compassion for low-income peoples.

Good public relations, communication, and educational skills needed.

Must be aware and sensitive to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Ability to work under pressure and time constraints.

Demonstrated successful experience in preparing and processing documentation following relevant process and guidelines.

License(s) and/or

Certifications:

Valid Washington State Driver’s License (to operate company vehicles and/or utilize other vehicles for company business)

Ability to obtain proof of insurability for operating an automobile. (to operate company vehicles and/or utilize other vehicles for company business)

Essential Physical and Mental Functions

Requires walking, reaching/stretching, intermittent sitting, twisting and bending.

Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Requires accuracy, good communication, judgment, and the ability to remain calm and provide appropriate advice and information.

KCR Basic Expectations

Must be able to exhibit regular attendance

Conducts business and performs responsibilities with honesty, empathy, and integrity in alignment with KCR Code of Ethics

Demonstration of service delivery that aligns with KCR Mission, Vision, and Core Values

Proactively takes appropriate steps to maintain a safe, clean, healthy, and professional working environment, seeks guidance from supervision/management when there are questions

Responsibilities-
Included but are not limited to

Report to and accept assignments from the WIC Manager and or Site Supervisor.

Learn and apply state WIC regulations pertaining to WIC program procedures,…


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