Community Worker 1, Breast Feeding Peer Counselor
Spokane Regional Health District
·2 days ago
- Salary
- $21 – $27/hr
- Location
- Spokane, WA, WA
- Workplace
- Remote
- Department
- Legal
- Seniority
- Entry
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Come advance your professional career as a Community Worker 1, Breast Feeding Peer Counselor with the Spokane Regional Health District!
This position has a dedicated dayshift schedule of Monday through Wednesday from 7:00am to 5:00pm, and Thursday from 7:00am to 4:30pm. The starting pay is $21.23/hr.
Who we are:
The Spokane Regional Health District is passionate about public health and considers it a privilege to provide services to the residents of Spokane County. We are one of 35 local public health agencies serving Washington state's 39 counties. We have approximately 270 employees and serve a population of more than 550,000 residents. As the local public health authority for Spokane County, SRHD works to protect and improve community health through disease prevention, environmental health programs, treatment services, emergency preparedness, and community-based public health initiatives.
What we do:
The Spokane Regional Health District works to protect and improve community health through disease prevention, environmental health programs, treatment services, emergency preparedness, health promotion, and community partnerships. To best serve the diverse needs of Spokane County residents, SRHD is organized into six divisions: Environmental Public Health, Community Health, Treatment Services, Disease Prevention & Response, Administration, and Finance.
Why you should work with us:
SRHD is committed to protecting and improving community health through service, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. We strive to create a workplace where employees are supported, empowered, and encouraged to do their best work in service to our community. Along with predictable scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package, you will have the opportunity to help shape the future of public health in Spokane County!
What you can expect from us:
Working at the Spokane Regional Health District comes with many perks! Along with the opportunity to make a direct impact on your community’s health and well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- PTO and Holiday Pay
- Pension plan options
- 13 Paid Holidays plus one personal day.
- Paid Vacation (7.5 hours per month).
- Paid Sick Leave (7.5 hours per month).
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive medical benefits
- Career growth and development planning
- And much more…
The purpose of the WIC Breastfeeding Community Health Worker 1 is to provide basic breastfeeding information and encouragement, mentoring and support to pregnant and breastfeeding women who are enrolled in the WIC program. This position may cover multiple clinic caseloads and organize and conduct breastfeeding support groups and/or activities at several locations in Spokane. The duties include conducting field investigations to locate and contact individuals for the breastfeeding peer counselor program.
Some Essential Functions Include:
- Mentors, educates, and encourages pregnant and breastfeeding women to support and enhance breastfeeding with all new mothers
- Conducts field investigations to locate and contact individuals for the breastfeeding peer counselor program
- Meets with clients in the WIC office, via video platform, client home or hospital to encourage and support breastfeeding
- Attends agency (WIC, Community Health Division, SRHD) and state Breastfeeding Peer Counselor training sessions
For a complete detailed job description, click here
Required Qualifications
- High School Graduate or GED
- Has exclusively breastfed one or more children; preferably for 6 months or longer
- Current or previous WIC client
- One year of related work experience
- Valid motor vehicle license and current auto insurance or the ability to access multiple locations in a timely manner
Preferred Qualifications:
- IBCLC (Certified Lactation Consultant)
If you share our values, we want to hear from you! For more information about SRHD, visit https://www.srhd.org/about-srhd