WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
About The Position
Incumbent is responsible to promote and educate WIC prenatal and breastfeeding moms on benefits of breastfeeding, and support breastfeeding throughout the duration after a mom chooses to breastfeed. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in all aspects of WIC operation including but not limited to; Client confidentiality, documenting/recording of all contacts with Clients and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all WIC Clients. Responsible for attending local, regional, and national WIC in-service /training including nutrition education, breastfeeding and other training needed to ensure adequate and efficient operation of the WIC Program.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED
- 1 year experience in WIC
- Must be either breastfeeding or have prior experience as a breastfeeding mom
- Must be a current or former WIC Participant (Client)
- Advanced computer skills i.e., Micro Soft Office
- Must be enrolled in Santo Domingo Pueblo
- Must have excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills
- Must possess leadership/team building skills and abilities to work cooperatively with other program personnel and willingness to institute best professional practices
- Some travel may be required
- Extended working hours, including weekends, may be required
- Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
- Valid driver's license with ability to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance
Nice To Haves
- Fluent in Kewa Keres language
Responsibilities
- Promote and educate WIC prenatal and breastfeeding moms on benefits of breastfeeding.
- Support breastfeeding throughout the duration after a mom chooses to breastfeed.
- Assist in all aspects of WIC operation including client confidentiality, documenting/recording of all contacts with Clients.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all WIC Clients.
- Attend local, regional, and national WIC in-service/training including nutrition education, breastfeeding and other training needed to ensure adequate and efficient operation of the WIC Program.
Benefits
- Generous leave policy that includes vacation, holidays, and administrative days (up to 54 days off in a year)
- Affordable medical plans
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Competitive 401k retirement plan
- Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
