Bilingual Breastfeeding Support Specialist (WIC)

Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and sick leave

Holidays and personal leave

State group insurance and retirement

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County seeks a Family Support Worker to provide breastfeeding education and frontline WIC services to diverse communities. The role emphasizes counseling, data documentation, and coordination with healthcare professionals to support maternal and infant health.

The incumbent will conduct classes, respond to inquiries, and participate in outreach, with bilingual communication favored.

Qualifications

• Must become a Certified Paraprofessional Breastfeeding Peer Counselor within six months of hire.
• Preferred bilingual: English/Spanish or English/Creole.
• Knowledge of breastfeeding policies and practices.
• Proficiency with computer systems: WIC Data System, FL WISE, Outlook and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide breastfeeding education and counseling to WIC participants.
• Screen, assess and document breastfeeding needs in electronic records.
• Lead classes and support groups in Miami-Dade WIC units and partner sites.
• Respond to inquiries via helpline during operating hours and ensure timely follow-up.
• Maintain required administrative records (EARs, timesheets, travel, reports).
• Participate in outreach activities and community events.

Skills

Breastfeeding counseling

Communication skills

Confidentiality and ethics

Computer literacy

Multilingual English/Spanish or EN/Cre

Documentation and record-keeping

Education

Certified Paraprofessional Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Tools

WIC Data System

FL WISE

Outlook

Word

Job description

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County seeks a Family Support Worker to provide breastfeeding education and frontline WIC services to diverse communities. The role emphasizes counseling, data documentation, and coordination with healthcare professionals to support maternal and infant health.

The incumbent will conduct classes, respond to inquiries, and participate in outreach, with bilingual communication favored.