BREASTFEEDING PEER COUNSELOR

Jordan Health Products; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated health services provider as a WIC Peer Counselor, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing breastfeeding support for families. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of the community. You will work under the guidance of experienced professionals, ensuring that mothers receive the support they need for successful breastfeeding. Your contributions will not only improve individual health outcomes but also foster a culture of awareness and education around breastfeeding. If you are passionate about maternal and child health and want to be part of a compassionate team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have breastfeeding experience and personal breastfeeding experience.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Improve breastfeeding initiation and duration rates through support.
• Document breastfeeding contacts and maintain participant caseload.

Skills

Breastfeeding Support

Communication Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Documentation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

NYWIC System

Job description

Description

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y.

Jordan Health is now seeking a WIC Peer Counselor who, under the guidance of the WIC Breastfeeding Director/WIC Peer Counselor Supervisor, is primarily responsible for improving breastfeeding support amongst WIC families.

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients’ quality of life, please consider our WIC Peer Counselor opportunity.

Requirements

The WIC Peer Counselor will ensure to:

1. Improve breastfeeding initiation and duration rates through breastfeeding support.
2. Increase community breastfeeding awareness.
3. Communicate well with a diverse community.
4. Stay current on breastfeeding research.
5. Develop participant-centered breastfeeding materials.
6. Perform related tasks as directed by supervisor.
7. Document BF contacts, attempts, and referrals within NYWIC system.
8. Maintain caseload of assigned prenatal and breastfeeding participants.
9. Provide contact sheets to BF Director.

Education And Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have breastfeeding experience.

Licenses And Certifications Required:

• Provider BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association.
• Infection Control certificate.

Special Skills, Knowledge Required:

• Must have personal breastfeeding experience.
• Must possess clear written and verbal communication skills and be able to work well with people.
• Must be sensitive to the cultural needs of the population served.
• Spanish speaking preferred.

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.