Lactation Consultant, Baby Cafe

NeighborHealth•Palatka, FL

41d•$44 - $68

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center! As one of the largest community health centers in the country, NeighborHealth is proud to serve the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of our patients and communities. Whether you're a nurse or physician providing direct care, a manager leading dedicated teams, or part of the essential support staff who keep our operations running smoothly — every role at NeighborHealth is vital. Together, we’re advancing medicine and delivering the best care experience for our patients and community! Interested in this position? Apply online and create a personal candidate account! Current Employees of NeighborHealth- Please use our internal careers portal to apply for positions. To learn more about working at NeighborHealth and our benefits, please visit out our Careers Page. Time Type: Part time Department: South End Washington Primary Care All Locations: 1601 Washington Street Position Summary: Baby Café is a welcoming, supportive drop-in center where pregnant and breastfeeding parents receive expert lactation care in a relaxed, community-based setting. We are part of a national network of Baby Cafés that provide free, high-quality breastfeeding support to all families. Our goal is to empower parents through education, encouragement, and compassionate care in a culturally sensitive environment. We are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and experienced Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) to join our Baby Café team to be a Clinical Co-lead. They will provide direct lactation support, lead the breastfeeding support group sessions, and promote a positive, inclusive atmosphere where parents feel welcomed, informed, and confident in their feeding choices.

Requirements

Current Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or IBCLC license
3+ years of lactation counseling, or equivalent experience
Experience working with a diverse population
CPR- BLS certification
Excellent communication, listening, and teaching skills
Passion for supporting and empowering families

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience working in a Baby Café or similar group setting
Preferred background in maternal/child health, public health, or perinatal support
Preferred Bilingual or multilingual abilities

Responsibilities

Serve as a clinical co-lead in operating the Baby Café, including opening the session, facilitating discussions, and ensuring a smooth and supportive experience from start to close.
As Clinical Co-lead, will co-direct clinical discussions and give advice by assessing and addressing common and complex breastfeeding challenges, using evidence-based sources.
Support diverse family structures and feeding goals with evidence-based care.
As Clinical Co-lead, will lead group education and stay current in best practices and continuing education in lactation support.
Collaborate with partners when needed.
Volunteer coordination to help establish the Baby Café, promote the Baby Café in the community, and attendance of regular check-ins with the manager and the Baby Café team at South End
CLC will attend the mandatory initial BCUSA training and will attend updated “Refresher Trainings” that are deemed necessary by BCUSA, or requested by the staff and/or sponsors of the Baby Café.
CLC will complete Baby Café requirements, including: -- Weekly verbal/text report given to an IBCLC -- Quarterly face-to-face or conference call meeting between IBCLC and CLC to discuss case studies/issues
Collaborate with healthcare providers, community resources, and peer counselors
Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for families
Consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance at the weekly Baby Café that lasts 2 hours