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WIC Program Assistant, 38 hours, Days, Willimantic, CT
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Job Location:
Willimantic, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
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Posted:
13 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Program Assistantto join our WIC (Women Infants & Children) department in Willimantic CT!
Location: Willimantic CT
Weekly hours: 38
Daily Hours: 8
Shift: Days
Weekends: 6 Saturdays per year
Requirement:Bilingual (Spanish) required. Previous secretarial or clerical experience preferred.
Why Choose Day Kimball HealthThe Care You Need. Close to Home.
For over 130 years Day Kimball Health has been a trusted nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut.What began as a small infirmary has grown into the regions leading integrated healthcare system - recognized for delivering compassionate high-quality care close to home. Today our team of over 1100 dedicated employees - including more than 300 skilled physicians surgeons and specialists - proudly deliver a full continuum of care from primary and specialty services to homecare and hospice meeting the evolving needs of our patients at every stage of life. What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve but also to the people who power our mission. Whether youre starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job - its a chance to build lasting relationships give back to your community and create impact beyond your shift. Come grow with a team that calls this community home. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be part of an organization that values both personal and professional development.
Program AssistantBenefits Summary:
- Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Additional health and wellness benefit options available
- Earned Time Off (ETO): Up to 3 weeks of accrued personal time plus 6 paid holidays annually
- Sick Time: 1 week per year
- Educational and Student Loan Reimbursement: Up to $5000 per fiscal year
- Pay for Performance Opportunities
- Shift Differentials: Additional compensation for evening night and weekend shifts (where applicable)
- Career Development Opportunities: Clinical ladder advancement leadership development mentorship and internal growth pathways
- Employee Perks: Weekly pay Food Truck Fridays Employee Appreciation Events and more
Program Assistant Job Summary:
As the Program Assistant you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible forassisting in the general operation of theWomen Infants and Childrenprogram.
Program AssistantEssential Responsibilities:
Assist in the certification of WIC applicants by performing the following activities:
- Interview applicants to obtain basic demographic data such as name address and contact information
- Verify identity residency and income eligibility by reviewing required documentation
- Enter all data into the Statewide WIC database
- Follow up on phone calls for missed appointments
- Answer WIC phone calls and handling requests for general information appointment rescheduling lost WIC benefits and other inquiries as assigned by the Site Nutritionist or Supervisor
- Complete necessary paperwork including maintaining participant files and ensuring accurate documentation
Program Assistant Education and Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma required. Associate degree preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish required.
- At least 1 year experience in a medical office or social service agency setting.
Program Assistant Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent telephone techniques
- Ability to be empathetic yet firm with client
- Above Average verbal skills
- Ability to carry heavy objects to offsite clinics weekly
- Ability to drive and with access to a car to drive to classes clinics and meetings
- Knowledge of basic computer operations
- Ability to maintain effective working relationship with supervisor co-workers and participants
- Skill in identifying problems and planning their solutions
Make a real impact - on your career your team and your community. Apply today.
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race color religion gender national origin age disability veteran status or any other status protected by local state or federal Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Day Kimball Healthcare is Northeast Connecticut's premier provider of integrated healthcare services comprised of Day Kimball Hospital, HomeCare, Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern Connecticut, &Physician Services.
