BILINGUAL WIC CPA

BILINGUAL WIC CPA

Position Summary

The WIC CPA is responsible for assisting in obtaining the data needed for the certification or recertification process and for providing health counseling for all participants and nutrition education for low risk participants.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics, food and nutrition, public health or other science field plus at least one year of professional experience required. Associate degree in nutrition, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, plus two years of experience working as WIC Educator will substitute for the baccalaureate degree. Twelve semester hours in food and nutrition or dietetics plus three years of experience working as WIC Nutrition Educator will substitute for the baccalaureate degree.

Experience

Registered and licensed nutritionist, dietetic technician, LPN or a health educator with 2 or more years of professional experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of WIC certification processes. Knowledge of medical terminology.

Strong computer literacy and typing skills required.

Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.

Calm, professional attitude in stressful situations and interactions.

High level of ethics in maintaining patient confidentiality.

Has met all pre-employment requirements for an employee of AHL

Physical and Mental Requirements

Stands, sits, walks and converses most of the day.

Willing to travel to events and work on nights / weekends. Must have reliable transportation.

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force frequently including pushing and / or pulling objects.

Ability to operate office equipment including computer, printer, fax, etc.

OSHA Category III : Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

Ability to work collaboratively with Providers, Management, and Support Staff.

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions, assignments, or directions, and must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.

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