Wic Program Manager Jobs in Lexington, SC (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.00 Hourly
Location : Florence County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time
Job Number: 186459
Agency: SCDPH-PH Region-Pee Dee
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 6/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA33
Position Number:: 00000000
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN04
Hiring Range - Min.: $17.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $17.00
Opening Date: 03/19/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be uploaded for review but will NOT be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position or substitute for completing any section of the application. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
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This position is headquartered at the Lake City Health Department located at 137 N. Acline Street, Lake City, SC 29560
Under the supervision of the Breastfeeding Services Coordinator and with oversight of the WIC Program Manager, provides information, encouragement, and support to pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers with in their scope of practice to participants receiving Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) services. These contacts may be conducted by telephone, correspondence, and/or occur at other assigned facilities
Provides information, through individual and group contacts, to prenatal women to encourage them to breastfeed, including benefits, overcoming concerns, and getting a good start with breastfeeding. Counsels techniques that elicit an address client concerns and needs.
Provides routine breastfeeding follow-up and support for breastfeeding mothers via telephone calls and text messages, breastfeeding class, and/or clinic visits, hospital visits, and when indicated, home visits under supervision.
Refers identified high risk mothers and babies to the Breastfeeding Coordinator and other appropriate health and medical professionals.
Participates in providing breastfeeding educational in-services for staff and community groups. Attends appropriate staff and peer counselor meetings, support groups, and local coalitions providing community breastfeeding outreach as requested.
Distributes appropriate educational and correspondence materials as needed, under supervision.
Conducts and helps facilitate the following classes: How to Breastfeed Class and Circle of Friend Class.
Visits local hospital with under parameters and agreement outlined in the Memorandum Of Agreement (MOA) to educate new mothers in the hospital on breastfeeding and other WIC services.
Under supervision, assists with patient instruction, issuance, documentation, and maintenance of electric pumps and other devices as requested by Breastfeeding Coordinator and/or site Certified Professional Authority (CPA).
Keeps up to date, reading current breastfeeding literature. Participates in continuing education, workshops, and in-services to update breastfeeding promotion and lactation management skills.
Maintains accurate and appropriate documentation and files.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and relevant human services or social services experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: A mother who has successfully breastfed at least one child. Experience as a WIC participant required.
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 DPH 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's Degree preferred. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Additional Comments
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.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a high school diploma and relevant human services or social services experience?

• Yes
• No

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Which of the following best describes your relevant work experience?

• No relevant experience.
• 1 - 2 Years.
• 3 - 5 Years.
• 5+ Years.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Are you a current or former SCDPH employee?

• Yes
• No

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Would you be willing to accept a salary of $17.00 per hour?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide us with your breastfeeding experience. If you do not have any experience, please type "N/A" below.
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Do you have any experience with Word Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams programs?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to be available 24 hours/day for client's needs?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any issues with seeing WIC participants in the hospital?

• Yes
• No

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In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DPH employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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All new employees who are healthcare providers will be required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. Are you willing to receive these vaccines or provide documentation of immunity?

• Yes
• No

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. The application and not an attached resume will be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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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. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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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. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this position?

• State NEOGOV Website (jobs.sc.gov)
• LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook
• Employee Referral/Agency Recruiter
• College Job Board
• Job Fair
• External Job Board (SC Works, Indeed, Association)
• Other

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