Breastfeeding Peer Counselor-Community Health Education

Posted: Monday, 13 January 2025
Valid Thru: Wednesday, 12 February 2025
Index Requested on: 01/13/2025 09:06:04
Indexed on: 01/13/2025 09:06:04

Location: Milford, DE, 19963, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: PART_TIME

Nemours is hiring!

Description:

Nemours is seeking a part time Breastfeeding Peer Counselor for our Nemours Pediatrics, Milford location. This is a 20 hour per week position. A WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is a support person who gives basic breastfeeding education, support and encouragement to WIC eligible pregnant and/or breastfeeding mothers within designated Nemours primary care offices. The breastfeeding peer counselor demonstrates behaviors that model the standards of behavior, core values and mission statement for the organization.

Qualifications:

  • Has breastfed at least one baby (does not have to be currently breastfeeding)
  • Is enthusiastic about breastfeeding and willing to share their experiences and knowledge with pregnant women and new mothers.
  • Can work at least 20 hours per week. Most working hour will be during clinic hours Monday-Thursday from 8-2. (With some weekend availability as needed to answer calls from families or to attend community events)
  • Has a phone and willing to use to communicate with participants as needed.
  • Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish or Haitian Creole/English)
  • High School Diploma
  • BLS from American Heart Association within 90 days from your start date

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Attends breastfeeding training classes to become a peer counselor offered by WIC Coordinator.
  • The WIC PC will be available by phone outside usual 8-5 working hours, utilize a cellular phone to counsel, educate by telephone and n-person at the Nemours Practice sites.
  • Provide services to at least 15 pregnant or breastfeeding mothers per week at their primary care practices.
  • 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. She also helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns.
  • Respects each participant by keeping information strictly confidential.
  • Keeps accurate records of all contacts made with WIC participants.
  • Participate in related outreach activities assigned by the Lactation and WIC program such as health fairs and open house celebrations.
  • Refers mothers, according to clinic-established protocols.
  • Attends and assist with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support group.
  • Attends monthly 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.

Job Type: Part-time

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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