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This position is headquartered at the Conway Health Department (Horry County)
Under direct supervision of Lead Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Coordinator (Program Coordinator II) serves the Outreach Program Coordinator for the WIC Program. Performs multiple types of administrative and outreach duties which include educating and informing the public and community partners about the WIC program in order to bring WIC awareness and increase participation numbers. Assist the WIC Services On Wheels Team as they develop community partnerships.
Establishes contacts with community agencies to create partnerships in order to inform the public about WIC services. Plans/coordinates, conducts and participates in WIC outreach events at community partners, healthcare providers, schools, institutions of higher education, and other locations to present WIC information. Visits doctor's offices, clinics and local hospitals to share information about the WIC program and services.Functions as a liaison between WIC and the community, facilitating access to WIC services.
Increases WIC awareness and participation by working DSS WIC Eligible Report and other assigned reports.
Works closely with other members of the WIC Management Team, Area leadership and front-line staff. Serves as an active participant in developing and implementing of the annual WIC Outreach plan.
Completes Administrative and program tasks to include clinic coverage as assigned by the Lead WIC Coordinator and/or Program Manager and to assist Services On Wheels clinics
Ability to prepare and present oral and written reports on WIC outreach activities; tracks program outcomes to ensure continued progress and growth of outreach events; maintains documentation to track outreach progress; and completes quarterly and annual outreach reports.
Perform other duties as assigned including but not limited to, public health emergency response.
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two (2) years administrative management or professional experience; an associate's degree and five (5) years' experience in administrative, management or professional experience; or a high school diploma and six (6) years of administrative, management or professional experience. Must have advanced computer skills and office equipment knowledge. Must be able to work with limited supervision.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
IMMUNIZATION: All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Pertussis, Varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Full Time Employees (FTE) positions that includes:
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15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
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15 days Sick Leave per year
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13 Paid Holidays
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Paid Parental Leave
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Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
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S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
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Retirement benefit choices *
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State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
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State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
- Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Full Time Employees (FTE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
