WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Adelante Healthcare•Phoenix, AZ

24d

About The Position

WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - West Phoenix Who Are We? At Adelante Healthcare, we believe that healthy people create healthy communities. Our mission is to improve the health of our communities by providing the highest level of primary and preventive care, making it affordable for everyone. For over 40 years, we have been dedicated to serving our communities by providing healthcare to those most vulnerable by offering health care services at nine locations throughout Maricopa County. By joining the Adelante Healthcare team, you become part of a patient centered caring organization that is playing a vital role in helping our communities. Our Amazing Benefits We offer a culture that values caring, professional development, growth, and sustainability. We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including: Medical, Dental, and Vision available DAY ONE! 3 weeks Paid Time Off annually 10 paid Holidays annually 403b Retirement Account Savings Plan Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs Employer-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability And MORE Position Summary The WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is an amazing role that helps to assists mothers who wish to breastfeed and succeed with their breastfeeding goals, with the goal of breastfeeding individualized for each client to succeed. In this role you will have a chance to connect to the community through outreach and schedule hospitals visits. The position will provide basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
Experience with breastfeeding. Must have had success in breastfeeding at least one baby for a least 6 months (does not have to be currently breastfeeding)
Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
Must have reliable transportation
Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License
Must be able to work a set schedule
you will be required to comply with all vaccine mandates, including the COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine programs which will include acquiring the vaccines or an exemption

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in both English and Spanish strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Attends and successfully completes breastfeeding training classes to become a Peer Counselor
Receives an assigned caseload of WIC mothers and makes routine and periodic contacts with all mothers assigned.
Gives basic, accurate, and up to date breastfeeding support and education to new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding
Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by telephone, the WIC clinic, and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Supervisor
Flexible work schedule, determined by community supervisors and Breastfeeding Coordinator
Shows respect to each mother by keeping her information strictly confidential
Keeps accurate records of all contacts made with WIC mothers
Attends and assists with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups
Attends monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate
Reads assigned books and materials on breastfeeding that are provided by the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Supervisor and displays an understanding of the concepts presented in those materials
May assist WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through special projects and duties as assigned
Must be able to embrace differences among people and able to interact with internal staff as well as external contacts in a culturally competent and respectful manner
Promotes positive patient/guest relation in accordance with Adelante Healthcare and ADHS WIC policies, providing a high level of quality in personal attention and service to patients and visitors
Travel to multiple locations as needed or requested
Must be able to work a set schedule