Mobile WIC Support & Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Wood River Health; Hope Valley (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

403(b) with employer match

Tuition Assistance

Generous PTO

Work-Life Balance Resources

Job summary

Wood River Health in Hope Valley, RI is seeking a Program Assistant/Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to join the Mobile WIC team. This full-time position supports enrollment, benefits, clerical tasks, and breastfeeding education, working in mobile clinics and at office sites across Rhode Island.

You will drive and operate the Mobile WIC Clinic, coordinate schedules, screen eligibility, collect measurements, issue benefits, and provide support at Hope Valley and Westerly locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
• Previous breastfeeding experience, required.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to establish rapport with individuals and small groups.
• Cultural sensitivity necessary to work with a diverse patient and staff population.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and drive the Mobile WIC Clinic to assigned community outreach locations, ensuring the clinic and required equipment arrive safely and on time and are ready to provide services.
• Assist with the setup, daily operation, and breakdown of the Mobile WIC Clinic at community sites.
• Coordinate Mobile WIC Clinic schedules and site locations in collaboration with WIC staff and community partners.
• Adhere to all organizational policies, safety procedures, vehicle requirements, and Rhode Island Department of Health guidelines related to mobile clinic operations.
• Assess client eligibility based on income guidelines and WIC program requirements.
• Perform intake measurements, including height, weight, and hemoglobin screening.
• Provide services in mobile and satellite WIC clinics at community sites and rural locations throughout the state of Rhode Island
• Issue food benefits accurately and in compliance with WIC program guidelines.
• Offer basic breastfeeding education, encouragement, and support to women during the prenatal and postpartum periods.
• Complete clerical duties, including answering phones, scheduling and confirming appointments, entering data, and scanning documents.
• Provide support at both the Hope Valley and Westerly office locations when not assigned to the Mobile WIC Clinic.
• Complete all required Rhode Island Department of Health trainings.
• Reports to and effectively communicates with the WIC Manager.
• Participates in WRH Committees as assigned
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters
• Operate within the scope of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act to safeguard the privacy of protected patient health information
• Enliven and support the mission, vision, and values of Wood River Health
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and Wood River Health Compliance Program Standards
• Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cultural sensitivity

Rapport building

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wood River Health in Hope Valley, RI is seeking a Program Assistant/Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to join the Mobile WIC team. This full-time position supports enrollment, benefits, clerical tasks, and breastfeeding education, working in mobile clinics and at office sites across Rhode Island.

You will drive and operate the Mobile WIC Clinic, coordinate schedules, screen eligibility, collect measurements, issue benefits, and provide support at Hope Valley and Westerly locations.