OFFICE ASSISTANT WIC

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ANTHONY L JORDAN HEALTH CORPORATION

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

City of Rochester, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Acts as the primary point of contact for WIC participants via telephone and in person. Responsible for screening applicants for benefit eligibility based on NYS criteria and providing scheduling support.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess proficient arithmetic, writing/communication, and interviewing skills. You are able to work well under pressure, multi-task effectively, and handle difficult situations, with a typing speed of at least 25 WPM.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Spanish

Arabic

Burmese

Karen

Nepali

Somali

Job Description

Description

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y. 

Jordan Health is now seeking a WIC Office Assistant who, under the guidance of the WIC Office Supervisor, is primarily responsible for providing the critical link between the Participant and other WIC Personnel as being the first point of contact via telephone or in person. Staff will screen WIC applicants for benefits eligibility using the NYS criteria for category, residency, and income. Provide support for scheduling and program explanation.  

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients’ quality of life, please consider our WIC Office Assistant opportunity.

Requirements

The WIC Office Assistant will ensure that:

· An exceptional participant centered environment is fostered 

· Full compliance with Federal and State Regulations are met

· They are a strong Jordan team player 

· They contribute to improved clinical outcomes 

· They maintain compliance with In-House policy

Education And Experience Required:

· High school diploma or equivalent 

· One year of accounting experience preferred

· A combination of experience and training sufficient to indicate ability to do the work are the minimum requirements

· Computer and business school training are highly desirable. 

Licenses And Certifications Required:

· None required 

Special Skills, Knowledge Required: 

· Candidate must have proficient arithmetic, writing/communication and interviewing skills

· Must work well under pressure situations, be able to multi-task and be effective in handling difficult situations 

· Must be familiar with keyboard and typing 25 wpm

· Bilingual language skills in Spanish, Arabic, Burmese, Karen, Nepali, or Somali preferred

Benefits: Jordan Health offers a competitive salary and full benefits offering including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 403b retirement plan. We offer Professional Development allowance. 

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.  

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.

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ANTHONY L JORDAN HEALTH CORPORATION

Anthony L. Jordan Health Corporation (AJHC) is a level three patient centered medical home accredited by the Joint Commission and has served Rochester’s northeast area residents for 45 years. We acquired Brown Square Health Center and Woodward Health Center on August 26, 2011 to preserve comprehensive healthcare services for patients in Rochester's northwest and southwest neighborhoods. We opened medical and dental suites at Andrews Terrace, Glenwood Gardens and Kennedy Tower in addition to the primary care suite at our long-standing Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program on Upper Falls Boulevard. We went on to open an Urgent Care service at our Holland Street location, and a primary care office in Canandaigua in 2013, and recently preserved care for adolescents by maintaining the continuity of care at Threshold's former sites on Parsells Avenue and at the Franklin Educational Academy. In all, we operate 10 locations and have nearly 300 staff. The Center is uniquely positioned through its location, bilingual staff with cultural sensitivity, and center-wide commitment to high quality service to provide medical and dental care to a patients who are seeking affordable healthcare. Please visit our blog (http://jordanhealth.wordpress.com/) for news and views on Jordan Health’s growth and expansion including our partnership with UR Medicine for onsite mammography and digital X-Ray services. Jordan Health. Growing today to meet tomorrow's healthcare needs for you and your neighbors.
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