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WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Location:
Saint Louis, MO
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: Perform the duties required to give basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Education: Requires High School graduate or equivalent. Experience: Must have breastfed at least one (1) baby (does not have to be currently breastfeeding) Skills and Abilities Ability to express enthusiasm about breastfeeding, and to help mothers enjoy a positive experience. Has a telephone, and is willing to make and receive phone calls at home. Willing to make home visits and hospital visits, work evenings and weekends. Available by phone when needed. Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information. Transportation Requirement: Must possess a valid driver's license and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri. License(s)/Certification(s) Required: CPR Certification required. Essential Functions Attends and assist with prenatal classes, recruits potential cases and develops relationship with clients. Recruits and counsels women in the WIC clinic. Provides basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers to include explaining the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding. Conducts follow-up on client referrals within twenty-four (24) hours of giving birth. Responds to new mothers experiencing breastfeeding problems during business hours and outside 8-5 working hours. Makes routine periodic contacts, including home visits to patients assigned to a caseload for this position. Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by home visits and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the WIC program. Maintains accurate records of all contacts made with WIC clients. Refers clients according to protocols (i.e. social service agencies, WIC Nutritionist, etc). Performs other duties as assigned.
Company:
Affinia Healthcare
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is a Social Services Counselor Job at Affinia Healthcare located in Saint Louis MO. Find other listings like WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor by searching Oodle for Social Services Counselor Jobs.
WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is a Social Services Counselor Job at Affinia Healthcare located in Saint Louis MO. Find other listings like WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor by searching Oodle for Social Services Counselor Jobs.