Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Longview, United States - Wellness Pointe

Description

Job Description

At Wellness Pointe, everyone will receive an exceptional quality of care. The center has expanded into a multifaceted clinic that offers obstetrics, pediatrics, general medicine, family planning, and dentistry. Some of the other services offered by our well qualified staff include education, intervention, and management of the many social issues that impact our community. Everyone is treated in complete confidence. Medicaid, Medicare, and most private health insurance is accepted.

The Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will be responsible for counseling/educating pregnant and breastfeeding women on proper breastfeeding health and techniques.

Minimum Requirements:

• Are receiving WIC or have received WIC benefits.

• Have successfully breast-fed at least one infant or expressed breast milk for at least on baby.

• Have the ability to work outside of regular clinic hours and outside of WIC clinic.

• Requires a valid Texas Driver's License, appropriate driving record and auto liability
insurance that meets the minimum required by State of Texas statute.

Essential Functions:

• Assisting new mothers to avoid common Breastfeeding problems.

• Provide support and information to mothers who may need help and/or advice.

• Refer mothers with complicated breast feeding issues.

• Teach use, cleaning, and assembly of breast pumps when needed.

• Assist Breastfeeding Coordinator as requested.

• Record-Keeping

• Assists in other clinic areas as needed.

• Must adhere to the Code of Ethical Conduct for Clinic Professionals.

• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Wellness Pointe is an Equal Opportunity/Veteran Friendly Employer.