WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Overview:

VNA Health Group is a premiere Medicare/Medicaid-certified provider of,, and services. We’ve been serving families and individuals with the most advanced and comprehensive clinical home care in NJ since 1912.

We are currently looking for a Part TIme WIC Peer Counselor to join our team. The position would be responsible for promoting breastfeeding and providing basic breastfeeding education to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.

Responsibilities:

Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers

Delivers a high level of customer service to assure positive patient experience

Provides basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers

Provides follow-up communication with all mothers in the caseload

Counsels WIC breastfeeding customers in the home, community, hospital, pediatric clinics or by phone as determined by the supervisor

Maintains accurate records of all client contacts and keeps all information confidential

Adheres to the organization’s policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance

Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position

Qualifications:

Past or present breastfeeding experience

Experience with culturally diverse population

Must have completed the WIC Peer Counselor training

Strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills

Working Conditions/Physical Demand: Busy clinic environment at various locations in the community, ability to transport and carry work related supplies

EEOC:

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Permanent