Lactation Consultant

Champions For Children, Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Champions for Children, Inc. in Tampa, FL is seeking a part-time Lactation Consultant (8 hours/week, non-exempt). The role involves intake, triage, scheduling, consultations, and case assignments under the ABC Program Manager. Hourly pay ranges from $26.00 to $30.00, depending on experience.

Position hours are scheduled for Wednesdays at Baby Cafés in Clearwater and St. Petersburg. IBCLC certification is preferred, with bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• IBCLC certification or equivalent required or preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Professional, self-directed with prompt responsiveness to stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must be sensitive to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the population served.
• Reliable vehicle, Florida driver's license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Triage and screen lactating participants.
• Adhere to Baby Café standards of care.
• Follow IBLCE Code of Conduct and practice competencies.
• Provide lactation consultations at Baby Cafés, by phone, or video as needed.
• Complete provider communications, charting, and documentation.
• Provide client follow up and referrals.
• Cover for other ABC staff at Baby Cafés when needed.
• Deliver, pick-up, and clean electric breast pumps as needed.
• Attend all meetings and trainings as requested.
• Provide client data accurately and timely.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Professional, self-directed

Education

IBCLC certification or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Tampa, FL 33609

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $26.00 - $30.00 Hourly

PROGRAM: ABC

TITLE: Lactation Consultant

CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time (8 hours per week); Non-Exempt, $26.00 hourly*

SUMMARY: This position will provide lactation consultant services under the direction of the ABC Program Manager. Lactation Consultant may provide intake, triage, scheduling, consultations, assign cases, communications, and quality assurance as needed.

*Hourly pay rate: $26.00 to $30.00 depending on experience

Position hours are scheduled for Wednesdays (8 hours) at our Baby Cafés located in Clearwater and St. Petersburg.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Triage and screen lactating participants.
• Adhere to Baby Café standards of care.
• Adhere to the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) Code of Professional Conduct for IBCLCs, IBLCE Clinical Competencies for the Practice of IBCLCs, and the IBLCE Scope of Practice for IBCLCs.
• Provide lactation consultations at Baby Cafés, by phone, and over video conferencing as needed. Location(s) and service delivery method(s) may change based on scheduling/ community needs.
• Complete provider communications, charting, and documentation.
• Provide appropriate client follow up and referrals.
• Cover for other ABC staff at Baby Cafés and/or other ABC Program locations when staff are out.
• Deliver, pick-up, and clean electric breast pumps as needed.
• Attend all meetings and trainings as requested.
• Provide client data accurately and in a timely manner.

QualificationsREQUIREMENTS

• IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant) certification (preferred) or equivalent.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook).
• Professional, self-directed, follow-through on projects and prompt responsiveness to internal and external stakeholders.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills (e.g., nonjudgmental, objective, reflective, empathetic, patient, tactful)
• Must be sensitive to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the population Champions for Children serves.
• Reliable vehicle, active auto insurance, and valid Florida driver license required.
• Successful completion of a Florida Level 2 criminal background check, motor vehicle records check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, kneel, sit on floor, bend, reach, and manipulate objects; move materials up to 10 pounds on a regular basis; infrequently requiring moving materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Champions for Children is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions at Champions for Children, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, are based on job-related qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, and are made in accordance with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws, including the Florida Civil Rights Act.

Champions for Children complies with all applicable federal funding requirements and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and applicants, as required by law. Employment with Champions for Children is at will. This means that either the employee or the organization may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

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