WIC Certifier Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/jobs/newprint/4825552) Apply  WIC Certifier Salary $23.54 - $31.45 Hourly Location Charnelton Place, OR Job Type Regular Job Number 202500030 Department Health & Human Services Division HHS PH WIC Opening Date 02/07/2025 Closing Date 3/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit 01 + Description + Benefits + Questions DESCRIPTION Seeking a team player passionate about nutrition with superstar level customer service skills who can build rapport quickly! About the Position This position certifies clients for participation in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC Program). Performs a basic health screening including obtaining height, weight, and hemoglobin. Provides individualized nutrition counseling, nutrition care plans and referrals to community resources. Promotes and supports breastfeeding. Facilitates nutrition and breastfeeding classes. Services provided in person by phone and through video. This position is cross-trained to provide office assistant duties also. The WIC program offers extensive training and mentoring for this position. About the Division Lane County WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. This public health program is designed to improve health outcomes and influence lifetime nutrition for families. Nutrition education is the cornerstone of the WIC Program. WIC provides services to income eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals as well as to families with infants or children under the age of five. Schedule: Monday: 10:00am - 7:00pm; Tuesday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm *This is an AFSCME represented position* QUALIFICATIONS Training: + Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in nutrition, health, dietetics, education or a related field. Experience: + Two years progressively responsible work experience in a health care setting, educational or social service setting which includes, or is supported by coursework in, nutrition education. An equivalent combination of experience and training demonstrating the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. Notes : + This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check. + Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test. Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. CLASSIFICATION DETAILS WIC Certifier Classification Details (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/classspecs/newprint/1119383) Selection Process SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Equal Employment Opportunity Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. Strategic Plan In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions. The focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play. Trauma Informed Care Statement Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts. Veteran Preference Information (https://www.lanecounty.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3585881&pageId=5143112) Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County. Introducing ALEX (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date. *The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group. ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here) (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) Collective Bargaining Units: Admin-Pro AFSCME AFSCME Nurses AFSCME Physicians FOPPO LCPOA Local 626 Prosecuting Attorney's Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee. Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below: If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire. Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit. Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more. Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households. Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate. Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.) Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations. Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days. Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year: New Year's Day Independence Day Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor Day Presidents' Day Veterans' Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Juneteenth Christmas Day Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance. County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills. Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills. Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development. Lane County offers these other valuable benefits Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement. Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse. Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac. Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership. Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern. For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124. 01 IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected. + I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history. 02 What is your highest level of education? + High School diploma or equivalent to completion of twelfth grade. + Associate's degree. + Two-years of technical certificate or coursework. + Bachelor's degree. + Master's or higher degree. 03 How many years of progressively responsible work experience do you have in a health care setting, educational or social service setting which includes, or is supported by coursework in, nutrition education? + No experience or less than 1 year. + 1 - 2 years of experience. + 2 - 3 years of experience. + 3 - 4 years of experience. + 4 - 5 years of experience. + 5 - 6 years of experience. + At least 6 or more years of experience. 04 Why do you feel the WIC program is an important resource for our community? (30 points) 05 What is your experience with providing education or guidance in the areas of health, nutrition and lactation? (20 points) 06 Certifier's see clients every 25-30 minutes throughout the day. Please share your effective time management strategies. (30 points) 07 Please describe your understanding of health disparities, and explain the importance of cultural competence in addressing healthcare needs for diverse populations. (20 points) Required Question Employer Lane County Department Health & Human Services Address 151 W 7th Ave Eugene, Oregon, 97401 Website https://www.lanecountyor.gov Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email