WIC Bilingual Nutrition Assistant (Spanish/English)

JOB POSTING

SPCC is seeking a full time Bilingual (English/Spanish) Nutrition Assistant in the WIC Program. The program is based in Canandaigua and Newark and serves Ontario, Wayne, Yates, Seneca and Eastern Monroe Counties.

TITLE: WIC Bilingual Nutrition Assistant

ACCOUNTABILITY: Reports to WIC Senior Nutritionist

JOB SUMMARY: Screens WIC applicants for program eligibility. Inputs financial, categorical and residential data into statewide computer system. Assists Nutritionist with WIC certification and nutrition education appointments. Performs anthropometric measurements and hematology screening on WIC participants. Travel throughout five county area required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Fluent in both English and Spanish. Associates degree in human services or related field preferred. High school graduate with experience in human services required. Must be able to demonstrate good customer service and communication skills. Applicant must be comfortable working in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Selected candidate will be expected to continuously advance his/her professional knowledge and skills by attending relevant workshops and seminars.

SPCC is particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the agency and therefore encourage people of color as well as those with a diverse range of languages, heritages, experiences and identities to apply. If an offer is made, the candidate will complete Agency Confidentiality Agreement and must successfully complete a Background Check, and State Central Register Clearance. Applicant must possess a valid NYS driver’s license with a good driving record and carry agency required levels of automobile liability insurance.

Salary range: $15-$16 per hour

Resumes by April 26th, 2021 to:

Tammy Lana

Office Manager, SPCC WIC Program

79 South Main St. Canandaigua NY 14424

Fax 585-394-9285

SPCC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER