Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Temporary

State of Oklahoma•Shawnee, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Breastfeeding Peer Counselor provides nutritional education and guidance to breastfeeding and pregnant mothers in a clinic. The role involves one-on-one and classroom instruction, reviewing patient information, and supporting nutrition therapists in determining and delivering appropriate nutritional care. The position is part-time and temporary, based at the Oklahoma State Department of Health location at 1904 Gordon Cooper Dr in Shawnee. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with primary hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Being present at the office is an essential function. The position also requires job-related travel. The employee is expected to support the agency’s mission, vision, values, standards, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior, and to work effectively with colleagues. Duties and responsibilities may change, and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to record observations and activities and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Familiarity with nutritional and breastfeeding data and instruction to meet WIC-Breastfeeding nutritional guidelines.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Applicants are subject to a background check.

Responsibilities

Teach and assist with nutrition in one-on-one and classroom settings for breastfeeding and pregnant mothers.
Interview patients and take diet histories.
Review patient medical charts for dietetic and nutritional information.
Assist nutrition therapists in determining appropriate nutritional care for patients.
Provide individual diet instructions to patients with normal and modified diets, as directed by a nutrition therapist.
Conduct classes on general nutrition and consumer education.
Participate in public information and educational activities regarding nutrition.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Be present at the office as an essential function of the job.
Support the agency’s mission, values, standards, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior.
Work effectively in a team environment and assist peers.
Complete job-related travel associated with the position.