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WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Part-time

North Country Family Health Center

Jefferson County, NYPart-time$18.89/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$18.89/hr
Location
Jefferson County, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

North Country Family Health Center is hiring a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor. The WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will work under the direction of the Breastfeeding Coordinator to build supportive relationships with expectant mothers. The goal is to encourage breastfeeding and provide ongoing expertise after the infant's birth, helping mothers have a positive experience.

Key focus areas include Develop supportive relationships with women, Improve the likelihood that expectant mothers will decide to nurse their infants, and Use peer counselors' expertise after their infant's birth.

Successful candidates bring Has Breastfed One Baby, Valid Driver’s License, and 5-10 Hours Per Week. Important skills include Enthusiasm For Breastfeeding, Customer Service, and Communication Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Enthusiasm for BreastfeedingCustomer ServiceCommunication Skills

Qualifications

Breastfed at Least One BabyAbility to Work 5-10 Hours Per WeekAbility to Respond to Phone or Text Messages Outside of Assigned Work HoursValid Driver’s LicenseAbility to Travel Among Jefferson and Lewis CountiesAbility to Travel for Training

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Jefferson County, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=238+Arsenal+Street+Watertown+NY+USA+13601)

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Breastfeeding Coordinator the Peer Counselor will develop supportive relationships with women to improve the likelihood that expectant mothers will decide to nurse their infants and use peer counselors' expertise after their infant’s birth.

Benefits

  • 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contribution

  • Paid sick time for part-time employes

  • Part-time employees working under 30 hours per week are eligible for paid holiday benefits if the holiday falls on a regularly scheduled workday.

Requirements

  • Has breastfed at least one baby (does not have to be currently breastfeeding)

  • Is enthusiastic about breastfeeding and wants to help other mothers enjoy a positive experience

  • Can work at least 5-10 hours per week

  • Ability to respond to phone or text messages outside of assigned work hours

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills

  • Ability to travel among Jefferson and Lewis Counties, and for training

Salary Description

Starting at $18.89/hr.

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