WNA / Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties•Santa Ana, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties has a full-time opportunity for a WNA/Breast-Feeding Peer Counselor in City , CA. The WNA/ Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is responsible for supporting all functions in the delivery of WIC nutritional services as a Nutrition Assistant II and breastfeeding support as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor. The primary focus is to promote breastfeeding and increase breastfeeding initiation, exclusivity, and duration rates among WIC participants and serve as a resource for referrals for other health, social, and community services.

Requirements

Ability to relate to diverse communities.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Accuracy and attention to detail are essential.
Ability to read and implement written instructions.
Past or present breast-feeding experience.
Possess a warm, caring manner.
Professional appearance and attitude.
WNA Certificate preferred
AA degree with nutrition classes or equivalent experience as a WIC Nutrition Aide preferred.
Previous experience working with WIC program highly
Enthusiastic about breastfeeding
Knowledge of WIC program
Bilingual required. Depending on WIC clinic needs, they must be fluent in English and Spanish.
Strong commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service is required.
Must thrive in a fast-paced, rigorous environment with changing priorities.
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Must demonstrate high-level computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Electronic medical records experience may also be required.
This position may require travel to other sites and locations; if using a personal vehicle to meet this requirement, a valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance in compliance with the minimum requirements of CA vehicle code are required.
Willing to travel within California for State-sponsored training.
Available to work flexible hours

Nice To Haves

Highschool Diploma
AA degree with nutrition classes or equivalent experience as a WIC Nutrition Aide preferred.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete and pass the training for the WICWISE and Peer counseling databases.
Successfully complete the breastfeeding training to become a peer counselor.
Provide quality breastfeeding guidance and education to all pregnant and breastfeeding families on-site, by phone, or virtually at scheduled intervals determined by the WIC and Peer Counseling Program.
Certify WIC clients by obtaining and accurately recording height/weight measurements, dietary intakes, and other necessary medical and /or nutritional information.
Assist in all prenatal, infant, and child enrollments and follow-up as needed.
Provide assessment and enrollment of clients into the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program, according to program policy and procedures.
Contact assigned client caseload according to program policy and procedure.
Documents necessary information and follow-up in the Peer Counselor Database and WICWISE according to program policy and procedure.
Facilitate, attend, and assist with prenatal and postpartum classes, including breastfeeding support groups.
Refer mothers, according to clinic-established protocols, to the: IBCLC WIC nutritionist or breastfeeding coordinator, The mother’s physician or nurse, Public health programs in the community, Social service agencies
Serve as an ambassador of the program to pregnant and breastfeeding women and community partners, including hospitals and breastfeeding coalitions.
Assure that there is enthusiasm for continuous improvement and creativity in the learner-centered and family-centered classes.
Attend local agency or State-sponsored staff training.
Other duties as assigned.