WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - West Phoenix

Who Are We?

At Adelante Healthcare, we believe that healthy people create healthy communities. Our mission is to improve the health of our communities by providing the highest level of primary and preventive care, making it affordable for everyone. For over 40 years, we have been dedicated to serving our communities by providing healthcare to those most vulnerable by offering health care services at nine locations throughout Maricopa County. By joining the Adelante Healthcare team, you become part of a patient centered caring organization that is playing a vital role in helping our communities.

Our Amazing Benefits

We offer a culture that values caring, professional development, growth, and sustainability. We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision available DAY ONE!
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off annually
• 10 paid Holidays annually
• 403b Retirement Account Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs
• Employer-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• And MORE

Position Summary

The WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is an amazing role that helps to assists mothers who wish to breastfeed and succeed with their breastfeeding goals, with the goal of breastfeeding individualized for each client to succeed. In this role you will have a chance to connect to the community through outreach and schedule hospitals visits. The position will provide basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.

What You'll Need to Have

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Experience with breastfeeding. Must have had success in breastfeeding at least one baby for a least 6 months (does not have to be currently breastfeeding)
• Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License
• Bilingual in both English and Spanish strongly preferred

What You'll be Doing Day to Day

• Attends and successfully completes breastfeeding training classes to become a Peer Counselor
• Receives an assigned caseload of WIC mothers and makes routine and periodic contacts with all mothers assigned.
• Gives basic, accurate, and up to date breastfeeding support and education to new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding
• Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by telephone, the WIC clinic, and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Supervisor
• Flexible work schedule, determined by community supervisors and Breastfeeding Coordinator
• Shows respect to each mother by keeping her information strictly confidential
• Keeps accurate records of all contacts made with WIC mothers
• Attends and assists with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups
• Attends monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate
• Reads assigned books and materials on breastfeeding that are provided by the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Supervisor and displays an understanding of the concepts presented in those materials
• May assist WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through special projects and duties as assigned
• Must be able to embrace differences among people and able to interact with internal staff as well as external contacts in a culturally competent and respectful manner
• Promotes positive patient/guest relation in accordance with Adelante Healthcare and ADHS WIC policies, providing a high level of quality in personal attention and service to patients and visitors
• Travel to multiple locations as needed or requested
• Must be able to work a set schedule

***As a community health center, we have a unique responsibility to keep our facilities as safe as possible and to protect our patients and team members. With this in mind, you will be required to comply with all vaccine mandates, including the COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine programs which will include acquiring the vaccines or an exemption. This policy is consistent with our mission to provide a safe and healthy environment for our patients, providers, and employees.

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Adelante Healthcare is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.***