Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

4 weeks ago

Belleville IL United States St. Clair County, IL Full time

Position Title: Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Salary Grade: S1 - $15/hour

Division: Health Promotion & Wellness

FSLA: Non-Exempt

Union Status: Non-Union

POSITION SUMMARY

A Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is a support person who gives basic breastfeeding information, encouragement and support to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Provides no direct supervision to Health Department staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position is under the supervision of the assigned Nurse Manager, Health Promotion and Wellness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Manages an assigned caseload of pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and makes routine periodic contacts with all clients assigned in accordance with program and agency policy and procedure.

2. Provides basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers individually and in group settings in accordance with the Loving Support curriculum, and program and agency policy and procedures.

3. Refers mothers appropriately when needed and in accordance with established program and agency protocols.

4. Assists supervisor and staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through outreach, special projects and duties as assigned.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing the duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

* Enrolled in Women, Infant and Children (WIC) program, past or present.
* Personal experience with successfully breastfeeding at least one baby, past or present.
* Successful completion of the "Loving Support" training curriculum designed for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrates enthusiasm about encouraging and helping other mothers have a positive breastfeeding experience.
* Basic Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE ABILITIES

* The ability to sit, flex, stand, reach, and bend.
* The physical strength to lift, carry, and transport materials/equipment that are equivalent to thirty (30) pounds.
* Visual acuity, auditory ability, and clear written and verbal communication ability.
* Manual dexterity and the ability for data input into various computer programs.
* The ability to maintain professional behavior at all times.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

* Must reside within St. Clair County, IL or be willing to relocate to St. Clair County within six (6) months from hire date.
* Must have a personal cell phone to download County IT Security Application onto for IT credentials.
* The ability to work necessary hours to meet the position requirements including evenings and/or weekends as assigned.
* May require provision of services at off-site locations.
* A valid Illinois Driver's License.
* A dependable automobile for use in position.
* Auto insurance in effect with no less than the minimum limits of liability as outlined by the State of Illinois.
* Adherence to all local, state and federal regulations pertaining to OSHA guidelines.
* Health Department employees:
* Must be current on immunizations per CDC guidelines
* Are required to have a TB test upon hire and separation of employment.


* All employees must adhere to the St. Clair County Personnel Code.
* Position contingent upon continued grant funding.

Education

High School

Union

Non-Union position

Shift Type

First Shift

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