Hourly BF Peer Counselor – WIC

Government Jobs; Georgia; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Employee recognition program

Worksite Wellness activities

Diverse workforce

Learning and growth opportunities

Job summary

Government Jobs is seeking a Para-Professional Breastfeeding Services candidate for a part-time role in Georgia. You will manage a caseload of WIC mothers, provide breastfeeding information and support, and assist with prenatal classes and support groups.

The position offers learning and growth opportunities, flexible core hours (Mon–Fri 8 am–5 pm), and an employee recognition program within a diverse workforce. Up to 29 hours weekly with an hourly wage of $18.00.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and one year of job-related experience in a social services-related position.
• Must be a current or former WIC participant who has breastfed a minimum of six months.
• Available to work up to 29 hours per week.
• Reliable transportation.
• Essential duties include providing breastfeeding information and support to new mothers.

Responsibilities

• Receives and maintains a caseload of WIC mothers.
• 2-3 participants per hour worked.
• Provides basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers.
• Breastfeeding benefits and common barriers discussed.
• Assists with WIC clinic prenatal, breastfeeding classes and support groups.

Skills

WIC experience

Breastfeeding support

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Type: Part-time

Job Title

Para-Professional Breastfeeding Services

Job Description

We Offer:

• Exceptional learning and growth opportunities
• Flexibility within our core operating hours of Monday — Friday 8 am — 5 pm
• Employee recognition program
• Worksite Wellness activities
• Diverse workforce

Job Responsibilities

Essential functions (include, but are not limited to):

• Receives and maintains a caseload of WIC mothers
• 2-3 participants per hour worked
• Provides basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers
• Breastfeeding Benefits, Breastfeeding Common Barriers…
• Assists with WIC clinic prenatal, breastfeeding classes and support groups

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience in a social services-related position.
• Job Requirements: Must be a current or former WIC participant who has breastfed a minimum of six months Enthusiastic about breastfeeding and supporting moms Available to work up to 29 hours per week Reliable transportation Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• The ability to translate English to Spanish and Spanish to English orally and in writing is preferred but not required.
• Previous experience as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor.
• Certificate of completion of Loving Support Breastfeeding Training as recognized by USDA.

Work Conditions & Physical Demands

• Inventory Management may require lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Fast paced work environment: ability to prioritize and self-manage tasks as needed in office AND home setting.
• Some travel involving home/hospital visits, trainings, meetings, and outreach.

Salary Information

$18.00 Hourly | up to 29 hours/week | Part-time (No Benefits)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

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