Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (Bilingual)

CentroMed•San Antonio, TX

51d

About The Position

We are searching for our next SUPER STAR ! As the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will have the opportunity to educate pregnant mothers and families about the benefits of breastfeeding. The Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will also assist mothers in successfully breastfeeding their infants.

Requirements

Complete the DSHS approved twenty-hour peer counselor class.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Must have successfully breastfed for a minimum of four months or successfully express breastmilk.
Must be available to WIC clients outside usual clinic hours and outside WIC environment and at any WIC clinic.
Must be receiving WIC or have received WIC.
Must be able to read and write in English, and preferably be bilingual/bicultural.

Responsibilities

Teach classes on the advantages of breastfeeding and the management of normal breastfeeding experiences.
Provide information and promote breastfeeding among peers; addressing specific concerns of expectant mothers, and correcting misinformation which may prevent a pregnant woman from breastfeeding.
Provide hands-on assistance to mothers with breastfeeding problems which includes, latching and pumping breastmilk.
Counsel pregnant and breastfeeding mothers on a one-to-one basis.
Sanitize breastfeeding room and counseling offices after each use with Cavi-wipes.
Support women during a normal breastfeeding experiences, identify breastfeeding experiences that are not the norm, and make appropriate referrals.
Counsel by telephone on breastfeeding problems and make follow-up phone calls.
Distribute breast pumps to those WIC participants who demonstrate a need.
Provide support and information to breastfeeding mothers who may need advice to continue breastfeeding while working and/or attending school.
Make hospital and/or home visits when necessary.
Answer breastfeeding calls received on breastfeeding helpline for CentroMed WIC.
Be knowledgeable of the TXIN system; including ability to complete prenatal and breastfeeding questionnaires as well as the issuance and return of breast pumps. This also includes the ability to upload documents as needed.
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Retirement Plans 403(B)- Company Match Contributions
Basic Life Insurance
Basic Life Insurance for your Spouse & Children
Short & Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Wellness Employee Assistance (EAP)
Travel Reimbursement
Critical Illness insurance, hospital indemnity, accident insurance - These are additional benefits that fit your needs & lifestyle & help you feel extra protected
Additional benefits include: 6 paid company holidays, plus (2) extra floating holidays, paid time off/ vacation time, career development opportunities and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work life balance, innovation, & teamwork.
Benefits start after 30 days
Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment