POSITION SUMMARY
Perform the duties required to give basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Requires High School graduate or equivalent.
Experience: Must have prior breastfeeding experience does not have to be currently breastfeeding.
Skills and Abilities: • Ability to express enthusiasm about breastfeeding and to help mothers enjoy a positive experience. • Has a telephone and is willing to make and receive phone calls at home. • Willing to make home visits and hospital visits. • Available by phone when needed. • Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information. • Transportation: Must possess a valid drivers license and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri.
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Certifications required: CPR Certification required.
FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Essential Functions:
• Attends and assist with prenatal classes, recruits potential cases, and develops relationship with clients. • Recruits and counsels women in the WIC clinic. • Provides basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, including explaining the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding. • Conducts follow-up on client referrals within twenty-four (24) hours of giving birth. • Responds to new mothers experiencing breastfeeding problems during business hours and outside 8-5 working hours. • Makes routine periodic contacts, including home visits to patients assigned to a caseload for this position. • Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by home visits and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the WIC program. • Maintains accurate records of all contacts made with WIC clients. • Refers clients according to protocols, i.e., social service agencies, WIC Nutritionist, etc. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Marginal Functions:
• Attends monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate. • Assists WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through special projects as needed. • Reads assigned books and materials on breastfeeding provided by supervisor. • Supervises None.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Smoking is prohibited in the work environment. • All applicants must provide contact information for three references.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES
Provided on a non-discriminatory basis.