Optimus Health Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center with sites operating in Bridgeport, Stamford, and Stratford, CT. We are the largest provider of primary health services in Fairfield County, proudly serving all patients regardless of their income, race, or insurance status.
We are currently recruiting for a WIC NUTRITION AIDE….
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in Optimus' Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values-outstanding, patient-centered, trustworthy, integrity, multicultural, understanding, and supportive -help guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists with the implementation of the nutrition services component of the local program under the supervision of the local WIC Program Nutritionist.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSBILITIES :
Interviewing to obtain basic demographic data such as name, address, and contact information.
Verify identity, residency, and income eligibility by reviewing paperwork presented.
Enter all data collected into the CT-WIC system.
Performs follow up phone calls for missed appointments.
Answers the phone, handles calls for request for general information, scheduling/rescheduling appointments, and benefits inquires.
Provides and documents nutrition education contacts, education materials, and referrals provided, except for high-risk participants.
Performs necessary paperwork, as assigned, including maintaining participant files and accurate documentation.
Assists in the preparation of nutrition education materials (e.g., newsletters and pamphlets), visual aids (e.g., bulletin boards, displays), and activities (e.g., classes).
Provide and document referrals to health and social services programs and appropriate documentation of follow-up
Collects and/or update anthropometric data if necessary and enters the results in CT-WIC.
Obtain health data (especially bloodwork results) from health care provider if necessary.
Provide and discuss nutrition education materials to reinforce nutrition/health topics discussed.
Review documentation of previous visit(s) and follow-up on any outstanding concerns or goals.
Facilitate participant/caretaker setting new goals to address risk criteria or participant concerns as appropriate.
Promotes breastfeeding as the normal infant feeding method.
Determine if food packages are meeting participant's needs/preferences.
Determine needs of family's next appointment.
Performs necessary paperwork, related to certification and nutrition education, as assigned.
Scans all documents for period in CT-WIC and files original in daily folder.
Cover front desk during lunch period.
Attends and participates in all training and continuing education sessions offered by the State WIC Program.
Perform other WIC related duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
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Ability to read and perform Anthropometric. The ability to communicate clearly both orally and in written in English and another language when deemed appropriate, and the ability to establish rapport with individuals and small groups.
EDUCATION:
Minimum a high school diploma with experience working in the medical field as a Certified Medical Assistant.
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of two (2) years of working experience as a Certified Medical Assistant with responsible experience in nutrition in a health agency or health care facility or one (1) year of experience working in a WIC setting.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
English, Spanish a plus and excellent oral and written skills.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Basic
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to deescalate/reason when dealing with irate participants.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION:
N/A
All employees of Optimus Health Care must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject only to the limited exemptions required by law.
Optimus Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer
