Overview
Under the supervision of the Administrative Lead, the Administrative Specialist will meet, interview, and direct public health clients in accordance with the SCWIC program and agency policies. Provides quality customer service and maintains confidentiality. Conducts eligibility interviews, reviews program requirements, applies processing standards, and educates clients on program standards. Answers telephones and schedules appointments, as needed. Completes data collection and entry into SCWIC. Validates and issues food instruments (FI) and Farmer's Market checks. Attends program and agency training and meetings. Prepares and submits required reports. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma.
Institutions of Higher Learning: Must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements
A high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of medical office/clinical clerical office experience which includes public contact or an associate’s degree in Secretarial Science or a related field and one (1) year of medical office/clinical clerical office experience which includes public contact. Must have advanced computer skills and office equipment knowledge. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. The agency will require an official transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Bilingual in Spanish/English. At least one (1) year of experience with electronic health/medical records.
EEO and Additional Statements
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, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires a valid driver\'s license, final-stage applicants will 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 FTE positions that includes:
* 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
* 15 days Sick Leave per year
* 13 Paid Holidays
* Paid Parental Leave
* Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
* S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
* Retirement benefit choices
o State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
o State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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