Nemours Foundation
Breastfeeding Peer Counselor-Community Health Education
Nemours Foundation, Milford, Delaware, United States, 19963
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
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