Georgia Department of Public Health (GA) Hiring For Clerk – WIC at Athens, GA Full Time

Pay Grade: DJob code: GSS081
 Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact.  No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Currently, the Clarke County Health Department seeks a Clerk to provide support to the WIC Program. The WIC program duties will involve greeting patients, answering phones, obtaining confidential information from patients, entering information into a computer, and filing paperwork consistent with United States Department of Agriculture WIC Program policies and procedures. Must be comfortable with speaking with clients one-on-one. Must have good math skills, data entry skills, and an ability to maintain detailed filling and record systems.  Must be able to work effectively in a high stress, changing environment. Requires good customer service, computer skills, and ability to multitask. Perform other duties as assigned by management.As a Clerk within the Clarke County Health Department at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Job Responsibilities

You will support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:
Assist in day-to-day operations of the WIC clinic.
Determine eligibility of participants of the WIC program.
Perform general clerical duties, issue coupons, answer the telephone, and make appointments.
Follows up on no-show clients, prepares and sends participant correspondence, and appointment reminders.
Greets participants of the WIC program with courtesy and communicates to participants their rights and responsibilities and the use of WIC coupons.
Works as a fill-in during the absence of other agency staff on an as-needed basis.
Participates in in-service and staff meetings, including external meetings and trainings as requested. This includes state-mandated training sessions.
Any other work as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED AND Two years of general office or administrative experience.Annual salary $33,200 plus generous benefits including 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.No phone calls or applications are accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted. 

Additional Information

The Georgia Department of Public Health commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.  The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals.  A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.   Employment Information  Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE). DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.  The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.  Relocation assistance is not provided. As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.  If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email you request to ******@dph.ga.gov by the closing date of this announcement.  DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.