Breastfeeding Peer Helper chez Lucas County

1.    Receives a caseload of WIC mothers and makes routine periodic contacts with all mothers assigned. 
2.    Gives basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding. Helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns. 
3.    Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by telephone, in-person, and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the local WIC program. 
4.    Adheres to all confidentiality requirements, including HIPAA. 
5.    Refers mothers, according to clinic-established protocols, to appropriate organizations, groups, and partners. 
6.    Attends and assists with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups. 
7.    Assists WIC staff in promoting the breastfeeding peer program through outreach events, special projects, and duties as assigned. 
8.    Adheres to PHAB core competencies including, but not limited to: 2.2.5, 3.2.1, 3.2.4, 3.4.2, 5.2.3, 6.3.2, 7.4.3, 7.11.2.
9.    Participates in quality improvement efforts and achieving PHAB accreditation requirements. This position will be responsible for using quality improvement (QI) processes and/or techniques to improve the effectiveness of the assigned public health program.  
10.    Attends and participates in conferences, seminars, trainings, or related education classes as assigned. 
 

The essential duties and responsibilities defined within this position description are not an all-inclusive list, but a general summary of purpose and primary function of the position. An individual employed in this position may be asked or assigned to perform a wide-range of related tasks, within the scope of the position, department/division, union affiliation, etc. as deemed appropriate by management. 

•    Has breastfed or provided their own expressed human milk to at least one baby (does not have to be currently breastfeeding. 
•    Ability to work effectively with other staff and leadership.  
•    Ability to listen and advocate for a participant. 
•    Ability to problem solve common breastfeeding barriers. 
•    Knowledge of basic breastfeeding principles. 
•    Completes levels 1 and 2 of the FNS WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum 6 months after hired. 
•    Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be insurable under the Lucas County Commissioners’ Risk Management.

This position is classified Clinic-2 setting and performs a wide range of functions for the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department. Further information may be obtained from Human Resources.
 

Thank you for considering employment with Lucas County.  Our culture is rooted in principles of making an impact through service, collaborating with others, feeling valued, and being challenged.  We foster a diversified and inclusive workforce, embracing shared values and a common mission.  We are looking for talented people to join our community.