Breastfeeding Peer Counselor-Community Health Education

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