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WIC Advocate

WIC Advocate

Community and Economic Development AssocMaywood, IL, United States
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Join CEDA as a WIC Advocate!

Type : Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Salary : $19 / hour

CEDA (Community and Economic Development Association) is a dynamic nonprofit on a mission to empower communities and fight poverty. We are looking for an Advocate to join our dynamic Women Infant and Children Department and ensure our programs maintain the highest quality standards for the communities that need us!

What You'll do :

  • Verifies participant eligibility, reviews program consent with client, and enters program intake, client information, breastfeeding contacts and referrals into IWIC.
  • Instructs all clients how to use the EBT card, shopping list, and IWIC app.
  • Obtains and documents client anthropometric measurements utilizing length / height boards, scales, head circumference tapes and non-invasive hemoglobin monitors.
  • Manages all client schedules and all client communications to maximize client participation (telephone, voicemail, in person, email, text, and virtual).
  • Provides translation for WIC staff and clients (bilingual staff only).

Why Join Us?

  • Benefits : Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, generous PTO, and more!
  • Professional Growth : Contribute to meaningful initiatives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
  • Make an Impact : Your work directly supports the community through critical programs.

    • What We're Looking for :

  • Required : This is a bilingual position, must be able to speak English and Spanish fluently. High School Diploma or GED. 1-3 years' experience in an office, clinic, or similar workplace environment.
  • Preferred : 2-year associate's degree or vocational training preferred. Experience with children preferred. Familiarity with the WIC program a plus.
  • Schedule : 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.; schedule may vary based on program needs but will never exceed five working days per week. There is 1 position available in the West Region : Oak Lawn Tuesday-Saturday with some Mondays. Occasional travel / floating to Maywood and Summit.
  • Training : Must complete intensive breastfeeding education training during first year of Employment. Upon successful completion of Breastfeeding Peer Counselor / Education training, WIC Advocate earns title of BFPC (Breastfeeding Peer Counselor) or BFPE (Breastfeeding Peer Educator) depending on previous breastfeeding experience.
  • Technical Skills : Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, SharePoint, and Internet. Experience with client management systems is a plus.

    • Ready to Make a Difference?

    Apply now to be part of a team committed to fighting poverty and making a lasting impact in Chicagoland. Please see job description for further details.

    CEDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. CEDA is a recipient of federal funding and complies with all applicable non-discrimination provisions, including but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other applicable regulations. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

    Tuesday-Saturday 8AM-4 : 30 PM

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