What are the responsibilities and job description for the BREAST FEEDING PEER COUNSELOR/WIC CLERK position at TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY?
Job Functions:
WIC Clerk/PC will be responsible for providing women with basic breastfeeding information, benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers and handling common breastfeeding issues. Conduct prenatal and postpartum breastfeeding support classes via group or individual contacts, telephone, home visits, and/or hospital visits. Make routine periodic contacts with all clients assigned to their caseload. This position will also be responsible for determining participants’ program eligibility, health screenings (blood work and anthropometrics); preparing participant charts, answer phone calls, schedule appointments, filing. Travel within Gateway CAP service area is required. Other duties as assigned by supervisor/program manager.
Education requirements: A High School Diploma or GED and a Valid Driver’s license; travel is required. One-year experience with administrative duties and must be computer literate. Have excellent customer service skills; be reliable and able to work with children and be comfortable working in a high paced environment. Ability to work independently, bilingual (Spanish, Creole or Vietnamese speaking) is highly desirable.
Other Requirements: Exclusive breastfeeding experience of at least six months and completion of NJ WIC Services breastfeeding Peer Counselor training with a grade of at least 80 %.
Salary : $17