We are looking for a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to provide general support and guidance to pregnant and breastfeeding women enrolled in the WIC program. The Peer Counselor will work one-one-with with clients to encourage breastfeeding and help overcome common barriers and concerns.
Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities:
Attends breastfeeding training classes to become a peer counselor
Receives a caseload of WIC mothers and makes routine periodic contacts with all mothers assigned
Gives basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding
Helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns
Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by telephone, clinic visits, and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the local WIC Program
Respects each mother by keeping her information strictly confidential
Keeps accurate records of all contacts made with WIC mothers
Refers mothers, according to clinic-established protocols, to: WIC nutritionist or breastfeeding coordinator; lactation consultant; mother’s physician or nurse; public health programs in the community; social service agencies
Attends and assists with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups
Attends bi-weekly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate
Reads assigned books and materials on breastfeeding that are provided by the supervisor
May assist WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through special projects and duties, as assigned
Skills & Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Has breastfed at least one baby (does not have to be currently breastfeeding)
Is enthusiastic about breastfeeding and wants to help other mothers enjoy a positive experience
Is a current or previous WIC participant or has similarities with the WIC participants served
Has access to reliable transportation
Available to work at least one Saturday a month
Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred
Must have a suitable CORI & SORI completed within the first 30 days of employment
Ability to work effectively with and meet the needs of people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures, and identities, including underserved communities and people from the different racial groups, socioeconomic statuses, nationalities, and languages that make up GLCAC’s clientele, to support the agency’s mission of building a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organization for employees and clients alike
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Travel: Travel between program sites is required. Occasional travel off-site to trainings and meetings is also required.
Physical Demands: This job regularly requires the employee to sit, walk and stand as well as use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, fax machines.
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