Part Time WIC Intake Specialist 6905 in Winchester

Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!

You are the professional Clerical Support Staff-Intake Specialist we are looking for at our WIC Office in Randolph County, Indiana. This position is part time, working 28 hours per week. Travel to Jay County twice monthly required.

Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team!

• Display a positive reflection of the Indiana WIC program, both in the clinic and through community outreach activities, which may include local Farmers’ Market events and collaborations with healthcare providers, non-profit organizations, and other community partners.
• Develop working relationships with other staff and partnering community agencies.
• Maintain a compassionate clinic environment that supports the needs of the community.
• Support and promote breastfeeding as the normative infant feeding method within the clinic environment.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the Indiana WIC program.
• Schedule appointments using the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS).
• Assist applicants with the completion of intake documents.
• Screen WIC applicants for eligibility (identity, residency, and income) and document in the INWIC MIS.
• Offer the opportunity to register to vote and provide assistance to applicants and clients 17 years of age or older who are applying for benefits or are making an address change.
• Work with the local agency Voter Registration Coordinator in transmitting VRG-6 forms and filing VRG-9 forms.
• Provide written information to clients regarding Medicaid, agencies that provide Drug and Substance Abuse counseling, and other social service agencies.
• Provide and explain Ineligibility Notice to applicants found to be ineligible for the program.
• Issue WIC benefits and eWIC card as needed.
• Provide explanations of the WIC program including WIC approved foods and use of the eWIC card.
• Provide applicants/clients with appropriate program informational materials.
• Assist applicants/clients with downloading, registering for, and utilizing the INWIC Mobile App.
• [If applicable] Perform heights, weights and hemoglobin measurements.
• Ensure confidentiality of applicant and client information in accordance with WIC federal regulation.
• Participate in in-service education and staff meetings.
• Attend off-site conferences and meetings as needed or required by the position.
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance required.

• Unique Mission – Innovative leader in integrated care and whole person health.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• 401k with Company match.
• Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs.
• Merit Based Compensation Plans.
• Work-life Harmony.

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.