Top 251 Eligibility & program specialist Jobs in Southington Ct

WIC Eligibility & Program Specialist
Optimus Health Care, Inc. —Waterbury, CT
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
UHC Solutions —Torrington, CT
- From $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- BLS Certification
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Physician Assistant - Certified
Medical Practice —New Haven, CT
- $112,815.41 - $160,000.00 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off
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Special Education Teacher
Amergis Healthcare Staffing —Bloomfield, CT
- $1,925 a week
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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General Dentist
Passion Dental LLC —Rocky Hill, CT
- $200,000 - $268,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Dental office
- BLS Certification
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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General Dentist
Passion Dental LLC —Hartford, CT
- $200,000 - $268,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Dental office
- Doctoral degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Aircraft Structural Maintenance
Military Service - Air Force Reserve —Hartford, CT
- From $50,000 a year
- Part-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Special Education Teacher
Amergis Healthcare Staffing —Manchester, CT
- $1,925 a week
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dietitian - Oncology and Infusion
Trinity Health Of New England —Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Outpatient experience
- Master's degree
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Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Helicopter/Tiltrotor Aircraft Maintenance
Military Service - Air Force Reserve —Hartford, CT
- From $50,000 a year
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Provider
Oak Street Health —New Haven, CT
- $95,738 - $206,206 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Primary Care
- Adults
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Nurse Practitioner
Oak Street Health —Waterbury, CT
- $95,738 - $206,206 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Primary Care
- Adults
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Billing Manager
Root Center For Advanced Recovery —Manchester, CT
- $55,000 - $80,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
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WIC Program Assistant
Optimus Health Care, Inc. —Waterbury, CT
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English
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Associate Director in the Division of Eligibility Operations (Hybrid)
State of Connecticut - Department of Social Services —Hartford, CT
- $116,650 - $159,051 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Professional development assistance
- Loan forgiveness
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Accreditation Support Specialist
Connecticut State Community College —Hartford, CT
- $43.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Research
- Mid-level
Housing Specialist
BHcare Inc. —North Branford, CT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Transportation Specialist - Part time
Optum —Wallingford, CT
- $16 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
9d
Delivery Specialist
O'Reilly Automotive Stores —Southington, CT
- Full-time
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Driver's License
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
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Case Administrator
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut —New Haven, CT
- $52,678 - $94,588 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Office
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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WIC Eligibility & Program Specialist

Optimus Health Care, Inc. -
Waterbury, CT

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Professional ethics
Writing skills
Basic math
English
De-escalation techniques
Conflict de-escalation
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Join a Team That Makes a Difference at Optimus Health Care!

Are you passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care? Optimus Health Care the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County is looking for dedicated professionals to join our team! With multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford, our mission is to be a lifelong health care partner, dedicated to achieving optimal wellness for the communities we serve.

Join our team-based model of care delivered in a kind and compassionate manner.

We are currently recruiting for a WIC Eligibility and Program Specialist to join our team in Waterbury, CT

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for being a member of the WIC team, working with Nutritionist, Nutrition Aide and Director of Nutrition Services to ensure the complete and timely client flow and process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSBILITIES

Responsible for greeting all clients/visitors entering the WIC office while always maintaining a courteous professional attitude.
Answers phone, handle calls for requests for general information, rescheduling appointments, lost eWIC cards, etc. as assigned by Director of Nutrition Services.
Explain WIC services, benefits, and policies to clients.
Assists in the certification of WIC applicants by performing the following activities: Interviewing, to obtain basic demographic data such as name, address, and contact information; verifying identity, residency, and income eligibility by reviewing paperwork presented; entering all data into CT-WIC.
Assign eWIC cards and replace them according to State guidelines.
Adheres to Federal and State guidelines when determining an applicant’s eligibility.
Performs calls to participants including but not limited to those that appear in the termination report, missed appointment report, short certification report.
Schedules participants for appointments: nutrition education, initial certification, subsequent and food package changes
Issues WIC benefits and distributes necessary paperwork to WIC clients.
Provide ID card and folder, vendor list and WIC food list to participant.
Assists participants with explanation and completion of forms (caretaker forms, voter registration forms).
Performs necessary paperwork, as assigned, including maintaining participant files and accurate documentation.
Maintain participant confidentiality.
Provide breastfeeding promotion and support as appropriate.
Record hours worked on quarterly time study form.
May assist in the preparation of materials (e.g., newsletters), visual aids (e.g., bulletin boards or program displays), and activities (e.g., health fairs) in conjunction with other local agency staff.
Attends and participates in all training and continuing education sessions offered by the WIC Program and State WIC office.
Answer phone, direct calls, answer questions, and screen potential participants.
Handle appointment scheduling and rescheduling in CT-WIC.
Greet and check in participants. Manage flow of people in reception area. Direct participants to appropriate staff.
Keep an adequate supply of referrals and program pamphlets for participants.
Monitors reports assigned by Director.
Assist Director of Nutrition Services in outreach activities.
Schedules participants for appointments: nutrition education, initial certification, subsequent and food package changes.
Verify category, identity, income, and residency to determine WIC eligibility in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
Collect and enter participant demographic data.
Read/explain WIC rights and responsibilities to participant.
Make required referrals to Medicaid, SNAP and other non-WIC and health services as needed.
Explain food list and vendor list to participants as needed
Issue WIC food package in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
Ensure thoroughness, accuracy, and attention to detail in record keeping, scheduling and follow-up, while maintaining efficiency in the office.
Be responsive to quality assurance feedback from supervisor.
Record hours worked on quarterly time study in CT-WIC.
Performs other job-related duties as necessary or assigned by the Director.

ADDITIONAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Professional attitude, vision, understanding of customer service principals, intuitiveness, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills to successfully accomplish tasks necessary to meet high standards of ethical and social responsibility required by this position.

Demonstrates a positive work ethic that recognizes all WIC families of varying socio-economic, ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds.
Interacts and communicates effectively with co-workers, WIC families and community members in a professional and respectful manner.
Maintains confidentiality of information regarding WIC families, staff and program issues in compliance with Federal, State and local laws and specifications noted in Joint Service Agreements with other agencies.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED equivalency.

EXPERIENCE: At least two (2) years of experience working in a medical office or at least one (1) year of experience working in a WIC setting strongly preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: The ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing in English and another language when the Director of Nutrition Services or Program Nutritionist deems appropriate.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION: None required

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Basic arithmetic

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to deescalate/reason when dealing with irate participants.

Optimus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.

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eligibility & program specialist jobs in southington ct

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Special Education Teacher

General Dentist

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Associate Director in the Division of Eligibility Operations (Hybrid)

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Delivery Specialist

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