WIC - Client Assistant-Carlisle

Join an employer that cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides the opportunity to use your professional skills to make our community a better place.   

We are a private, not-for-profit organization that coordinates public health grants for a 26-county region in central PA, seeks a Client Assistant to work in the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program in Carlisle. This is a full-time position. 

Requirements  

The successful candidate will be responsible for scheduling appointments, determining eligibility, collecting data, and performing various duties to ensure the delivery of WIC benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.  

A high school diploma is required for this position. While prior nutrition related coursework or work experience is preferred; it is not mandatory. The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service, communication, and organization skills; be a team player; and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Previous WIC experience is preferred but not required. Local travel within Perry and Cumberland Counties, some early evenings and some Saturdays required. 

Summary  

We strongly encourage you to apply if you are from a marginalized or underrepresented group, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants. FHCCP is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life and expects all employees and contractors to further that as part of their commitment to our organizational vision, mission, and values.  

Child Protection Clearances (formerly "Act 153 Clearances")

The following clearances and background checks are required upon employment and as a condition of continued employment:

• PA State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH)

• FBI Criminal Record Check, from fingerprinting

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA)

Current Benefits for Full-time Employees Include:  

Medical/Dental/Vision  

Flexible Spending Account  

Health Savings Account  

Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability  

Company Paid Life Insurance  

401k with 50% up to 6% of salary  

Paid Time Off Bank (20 days per year to start)  

15 Paid Holidays  

6 weeks Paid Parental Leave  

Bereavement Leave  

Breastfeeding Support  

Employee Assistance Program