WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (Full-Time) Urban League of Detroit & Southeastern Michigan - 2.0 Detroit, MI Job Details Full-time $18.54 - $19.12 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Spanish Community nutrition program support Caseload management Community resource coordination in health services social work High school diploma or GED One-on-one health counseling

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Full-Time WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

REPORTS TO

Local Agency Breastfeeding Coordinator or Director of Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC)

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

A WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor offers paraprofessional support and basic breastfeeding information to pregnant and breastfeeding WIC mothers and other interested individuals as assigned.

RESPONSIBILTIES

Educates and counsels breastfeeding WIC clients by telephone, home visits, and/or in the WIC clinic on designated days or by appointment. Receives a caseload of WIC participants and makes routine periodic contacts with all clients assigned or referred. Provides basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers or other interested individuals as appropriate, including benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, how to get a good start breastfeeding, and how to use breast pumps. Helps clients prevent and manage common breastfeeding concerns or refers to lactation consultant as needed. Conducts home visits to breastfeeding mothers as needed. Respects each participant by keeping information strictly confidential and follows State and Local Agency policy on confidentiality. Maintains accurate records of all contacts made with WIC participants and submits productivity data to supervisor as required. Refers clients to available resources including: WIC nutritionist or breastfeeding coordinator Lactation consultant Physician or nurse Public health programs in the community Social service agencies Registered dietitian Attends and assists with prenatal classes and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate. Assists WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding through special projects and duties as assigned. Works with other peer counselors as directed by a supervisor.

EDUCATION

High School diploma or GED. Preferred completion of "Breastfeeding Basics" training from the State of Michigan.

EXPERIENCE

Has breastfed at least one baby (does not have to be currently breastfeeding) successfully for six months or longer. Is enthusiastic about breastfeeding and wants to help other mothers enjoy a positive experience breastfeeding.

TRAINING

Completes a series of breastfeeding training classes, overseen by the Local Agency Breastfeeding Coordinator. Observes other peer counselors or lactation consultants providing breastfeeding support. Reviews current breastfeeding information and updates educational material as needed. Attends required Breastfeeding Peer Counselor trainings, meetings, and "Breastfeeding Basics" as assigned.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Must have reliable transportation. Interest in the health and care of infants and mothers. Must be sensitive to the mission of the Urban League of Detroit & Southeastern Michigan WIC. Works primarily indoors. Travel may be required to Urban League of Detroit & Southeastern Michigan offices and other WIC program sites with exposure to road hazards and temperature extremes.

Pay:

$18.54 - $19.12 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have a minimum of 6 months experience with breastfeeding?

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Arabic (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person