WIC Supervisor

• $59,382 - $79,577
• Full Benefits Package

Duties:

• Responsible for the implementation and coordination of WIC and breastfeeding peer counseling support services within the Berrien County Health Department.
• Supervises program operations and staff performance to maintain a quality WIC program to a multicultural and diverse population.
• Schedules staff in WIC clinics at all BCHD offices to assure appropriate coverage for client services.
• Works closely with community partners that serve eligible populations to assure that all eligible women, infants and children have access to WIC services.
• Works closely with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to plan to coordinate and monitor the implementation of the WIC program, serving as the MI-WIC coordinator.
• Supports and conducts community outreach work to raise awareness about the program.
• Serves as the lab coordinator for the WIC program.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in nutrition/dietetics or nursing and a minimum of 1 -- 3 years of related experience in the WIC Program.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license and a vehicle.
• In times of a public health emergency, may be required to report for specialized assigned duties inside or outside of Berrien County.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Computer experience and expertise in word processing, presentation, database and publishing programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills: The candidate is expected to engage key stakeholders; relate well to people from varied backgrounds; be sensitive to individual differences; and encourage and facilitate teamwork.
• Strong communication skills: The candidate is expected to express information about BCHD programs and projects to individuals, groups, or the general public effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; make clear and convincing presentations; listen to others; and attend to nonverbal cues.
• Strong organizational skills: The candidate is expected to organize work; set priorities; determine resource requirements; determine goals and strategies; coordinate with other project team members; and monitor the progress of the project.
• Strong work ethic: The ideal candidate can adapt behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions or unexpected obstacle; effectively deal with ambiguity; display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; and work with minimal supervision.

Desired:

• Possession of either a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietician credential in the State of Michigan.
• Expertise in community organization.
• Experience working with programs serving children and families.