- Salary
- $15 – $16/hr
- Location
- Tarrant County, TX, TX, US
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION
Support the federally mandated requirement for WIC breastfeeding promotion program by providing basic counseling, education and assistance to women who choose to participate in the program.
- Provides counseling and education to pregnant and breastfeeding women to encourage initiation and increased duration of breastfeeding
- Confers with physicians, nutritionists and nurses regarding the health of clients and their children
- Monitors WIC centers to ensure the environment is conducive to promotion of the breastfeeding program
- Documents breastfeeding assessment and counseling in medical records at WIC centers and hospitals
- Assesses breastfeeding problems and provides appropriate referrals
- Uses appropriate counseling techniques/protocols in responding to a variety of culture and family situations
- Monitors WIC breastfeeding rates to ensure they meet the performance/program objectives in the contract with the Texas Department of Health
- Completes lactation educator certification and participates in regular continuing education
- Maintains accurate inventory of breast pumps and accessories and, when appropriate, issues equipment to clients and provides instruction on use
- Performs all other related duties as assigned
High school diploma or equivalent.
One (1) full-time year of general clerical or customer service experience is required, two (2) years is preferred.
Must have breastfed one child successfully.
Must be participating or have participated in the WIC program.
Current and valid driver license is required.
Can give at least a one (1) year commitment.
Ability to work outside of regular clinic hours and outside of the WIC clinic.
Have transportation and telephone availability.
Complete lactation educator certification within six (6) months of employment.
Ability to keyboard and use word processing and spreadsheet software.
Skills
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