Columbia Basin Health Association

WIC Receptionist

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Mattawa, WA, USA

In-Office

Entry level

Healthtech • Social Impact

The Role

Provides clerical and reception support for the Washington WIC Nutrition Education Program. Screens and educates participants, manages program data, coordinates referrals with community agencies, maintains confidentiality, and supports activities at remote clinic sites. Requires basic computer, communication, documentation, and mathematical skills, plus English and Spanish proficiency, including translation ability.

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Overview

At Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) we never have to wonder whether the work we do is worthwhile. Each day we see victories and successes, big and small, in the lives of people who count on us. This position is responsible for providing services and implementing the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Education Program in accordance with program policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing a variety of clerical duties for the day-to-day operation and implementation as required by the Washington state WIC Program.

Responsible for screening and educating program participants

Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies relevant to program functions for referral needs.

Travels to remote clinic sites to support program activities, other work related activities and/or trainings.

Promotes a positive work culture and upholds policies and procedures, including the WE CARE Standards of Behavior.

Must uphold confidentiality at all times in regards to CBHA activities, reports, financials, patient health information and other proprietary information specific to CBHA.

Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsProfessional and Technical Knowledge:

Possesses a basic level of written and verbal communication skills and mathematical knowledge typically acquired through completion of a high school program.

License and Certifications:

Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet company insurance liability standards to drive company vehicles.

Technical Skills:

Basic knowledge on using computers and the ability to work in a Windows environment using Microsoft Work, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Ability to enter and manage data into a centralized data management system.

Communication Skills:

Job duties require the employee to effectively communicate basic or non-technical information to co-workers and others.

Employees are expected to exercise tact and diplomacy in the resolution of mild conflict or disagreements.

Job duties require the compilation of information prepared in effective written form, including correspondence, reports, articles, or other documentation.

Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing and translating both English and Spanish.

Skills Required

High school education or equivalent basic written, verbal, and mathematical knowledge
Valid driver's license and ability to meet company insurance liability standards for driving company vehicles
Basic computer skills and ability to work in a Windows environment
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to enter and manage data in a centralized data management system
Effective basic written and verbal communication skills
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in mild conflicts or disagreements
Ability to compile information into correspondence, reports, articles, or other documentation
Proficiency speaking, reading, writing, and translating in both English and Spanish

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The Company

HQ: Hatton, WA

344 Employees

Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is a community healthcare organization serving rural Central Washington, including Othello and surrounding communities. Its mission is to provide equal access to quality care regardless of personal characteristics or ability to pay. CBHA operates clinics offering medical, dental, eye care, behavioral health, family services, pharmacy, and telehealth, helping fill healthcare gaps in underserved areas.