WIC Peer Counselor/Clerk

Job Functions:

WIC Clerk/Peer Counselor will be responsible for providing women with basic breastfeeding information, benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers and handling common breastfeeding issues. Conduct prenatal and postpartum breastfeeding support classes via group or individual contacts, telephone, home visits, and/or hospital visits. Make routine periodic contacts with all clients assigned to their caseload. This position will also be responsible for determining participants program eligibility, health screenings (blood work and anthropometrics); preparing participant charts, answer phone calls, schedule appointments, filing. Travel within Gateway CAP service area is required. Other duties as assigned by supervisor/program manager. Travel within Atlantic and Cape May Counties.

Education requirements:

A High School Diploma or GED and a Valid Drivers license; travel is required. One year experience with administrative duties and must be computer literate. Have excellent customer service skills; be reliable and able to work with children and be comfortable working in a high paced environment. Ability to work independently, bilingual (Spanish speaking) is highly desirable.

Other Requirements:

Exclusive breastfeeding experience of at least six months and will have to complete company provided NJ WIC Services breastfeeding Peer Counselor training.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.25 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person