Breast Feeding Peer Counselor

Monongalia County Health Department; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Monongalia County Health Department in Morgantown, WV, is seeking a WIC Peer Counselor to provide one-on-one breastfeeding counseling to participants in person, by phone, or virtually.

You will share experiences, help overcome challenges, refer to lactation consultants when needed, and document all interactions while upholding WIC guidelines. Training and meetings are required; light travel to outreach events may occur.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Personal breastfeeding experience (minimum 6 months) preferred.
• WIC or peer counselling experience desirable.
• Completion of WIC Peer Counselor training within 6 months of hire; IBCLC/CLC/CBS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one breastfeeding counseling to WIC participants in person, by phone, or virtually.
• Share personal breastfeeding experiences and offer practical tips to new mothers.
• Assist participants in overcoming common breastfeeding challenges.
• Refer clients to lactation consultants or healthcare providers when needed.
• Document all contacts and counseling sessions accurately.
• Participate in breastfeeding promotion activities and community outreach events.
• Attend required peer counselor training sessions and staff meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to WIC program guidelines.

Skills

Breastfeeding counseling

One-on-one counseling

Communication

Community outreach

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

WIC Peer Counselor training

Job description

• Location 453 Van Voorhis Road,Morgantown, WV, 26505,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

• Provide one-on-one breastfeeding counseling to WIC participants in person, by phone, or virtually.
• Share personal breastfeeding experiences and offer practical tips to new mothers.
• Assist participants in overcoming common breastfeeding challenges.
• Refer clients to lactation consultants or healthcare providers when needed.
• Document all contacts and counseling sessions accurately.
• Participate in breastfeeding promotion activities and community outreach events.
• Attend required peer counselor training sessions and staff meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to WIC program guidelines.

Additional Duties

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or above.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.

Physical Activity Level:

• This position is considered having light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature.

Physical Demands:

• The employee remains in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the time. They occasionally move within the office or community settings to access files and equipment and may need to position themselves to assist clients. The employee must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. Occasional travel to community sites or off-site meetings may be required. Visual acuity is necessary for reading doucments, operating a computer, and driving.
• The employee typically works in a well-lit, climate-controlled office environment. Occasional travel to community sites or emergency response locations may be required. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and public health emergency environments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have personal breastfeeding experience (minimum 6 months preferred). Previous experience in WIC or peer counselling is desirable.
• Completion of WIC Peer Counselor training required within 6 months of hire. IBCLC, CLC, or CBS preferred.