WIC LACTATION EDUCATOR
About The Position
The Lactation Educator works under the supervision of the Breastfeeding Coordinator to provide basic breastfeeding support and education to WIC-enrolled pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, following Gateway and New Jersey Department of Health policies and procedures. The role collaborates with nutrition staff to encourage and promote breastfeeding. The position is temporary and part-time, based in Bridgeton, New Jersey, with travel of up to 50%. Local travel and evening hours may be required. The educator must be available by phone to assist breastfeeding clients outside normal clinic hours.
Requirements
- Associate degree or undergraduate education required.
- Personal breastfeeding experience required.
- Complete both Level 1 and Level 2 of the state-provided PC training after hire.
- Ability to travel locally; travel may be up to 50%.
- Availability for evening hours may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability preferred.
- Exclusive or predominant breastfeeding experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide evidence-based basic breastfeeding information and support to WIC-enrolled pregnant and breastfeeding participants.
- Facilitate individual and group education for pregnant and breastfeeding participants.
- Support WIC mothers in working toward their breastfeeding goals by helping them address basic barriers, challenges, and concerns.
- Contact participants periodically across Gateway WIC agency sites to follow up on pregnancy and breastfeeding concerns and progress.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of participants in the WOS system.
- Be available by phone to assist breastfeeding clients outside normal clinic hours.
- Refer concerns beyond the role's scope of practice to CPAs, IBCLCs, health care providers, or other public health programs using established protocols.
- Assess WIC-enrolled breastfeeding participants' needs for breast pumps and other breastfeeding aids, and refer to an IBCLC as appropriate.
- Attend at least one breastfeeding conference or workshop annually.
- Review current literature to stay informed about breastfeeding trends, evidence-based practices, and emerging research.
- Assist with administrative tasks as assigned.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings as assigned.
- Participate in planning and organizing Breastfeeding Month and other activities.
- Help organize and maintain breastfeeding education materials and displays in WIC clinics, including bulletin boards, pamphlets, and food displays.
- Participate in community outreach activities that promote breastfeeding.
- Attend and assist with breastfeeding support groups.
- Participate in other departmental activities as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
