State of West Virginia

Health and Human Service Aide

State of West Virginia  •  $27k - $46k/yr  •  Onsite  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: LHD26132 PSA

Department: HD08-Clay County Health Department

Job classification: Health and Human Service Aide

Posting type: **PSA** CLASSIFIED-EXEMPT WITH ONLINE APPS

Categories: Public Health

Summary

Under general supervision, performs work at the full-performance level in nutrition support for the Health Department’s Nutrition Services WIC program that serves a six-

county region. This position carries out tasks in income eligibility determination, participant education and screening including obtaining social economic, health and

nutrition data. Obtains height, weight and health history. Completes hemoglobin testing as part of WIC assessment. Must have own transportation to clinic sites and may

require travel and occasional overnight travel. Must be available for evening clinics. Position is located in Greenbrier County with some travel to Pocahontas County.

Qualifications

Training: Must be able to pass a written test at the eighth grade level.

Special Requirements for the Division of Health:

Applicant must be certified as a Home Health Aide or must successfully pass the written competency evaluation given by the local agency prior to employment. Certification requires completion of a minimum of 75 hours of training including a minimum 16 hours of practicum. Applicant must possess a current driver's license and availability of a car for continuous use shall be a prerequisite for employment.

Note: For positions designated as Breastfeeding Counselor, WIC, positive past or present breastfeeding experience required.

Supplemental information

PG: 5 $27,240 - $45,973

Market Rate: $41,124

State of West Virginia

About State of West Virginia

Wild & Wonderful West Virginia is a U.S. state located in the Appalachian region of the Southern United States. It is bordered by Virginia to the southeast, Kentucky to the southwest, Ohio to the northwest, Pennsylvania to the north, and Maryland to the northeast. West Virginia is the 41st largest by area and the 38th most populous of the 50 United States. The capital and largest city is Charleston.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Charleston, West Virginia
Year Founded
1863
Website
wv.gov
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