WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (PRN)

We are recruiting for a motivated WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (PRN) to join our team! We are here for lifes journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department ACS-CHS Grants Funded Job Summary Under general supervision, a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is a paraprofessional support person who gives breastfeeding information and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Essential Functions: Provides 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. (40%) Counsels pregnant and breastfeeding WIC participants via various channels, including phone calls, text messaging, clinic visits, home visits, and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the local WIC agency. (25%) Receives a caseload of pregnant and breastfeeding WIC participants and makes routine periodic contacts as outlined in the WIC Program Policies and Procedures. (10%) Keeps accurate records of all contacts made with WIC participants. (10%) Refers mothers, according to clinic-established protocols, to appropriate resources: WIC BFPC Coordinator, High Risk Counselor, Educator Advanced Lactation Credentials, lactation consultants, health care providers, public health programs in the community, or social service agencies. (5%) Attends monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate. (5%) Assists in training new WIC and BFPC staff. (5%) May be available outside usual 8 to 5 working hours to new mothers who are having breastfeeding problems. (0%) Education: High School Diploma or GED Required Work Experience: less than 1 year Has breastfed at least one baby for at least 6 months (does not have to be currently breastfeeding). Required Licenses: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are preferred. Ability to provide services to the assigned caseload and complete paperwork within time limits. Ability to complete WIC and breastfeeding information modules. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Shift Work Type PRN/Intermittent Salary $20.00 - $26.17 / hr Benefits Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3% On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Community resource navigation support Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching Our Values Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denvers 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorados primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Denver Health was founded as City Hospital in 1860 to serve the health care needs of the rapidly developing city of Denver. Since then, we have grown alongside the community to become a complete health care system, proudly providing care for all residents -- at every point in their lives. We believe healthy people are the foundation of a vibrant community, and Denver Health has been treating and healing the people of Denver for more than 160 years. Today, Denver Health delivers preventive, primary and acute care services. We are committed to making our community a healthy place to live, work and raise a family. Youll see that commitment in the programs we offer, through the care we provide and in our determination to achieve continuous improvement so our community always has the best care available. As a comprehensive, integrated organization, we provide hospital and emergency care to the public, regardless of ability to pay. This integration promotes continuity of care for each patient and assures health care that is delivered in the most efficient, cost-effective setting. We care for: thirty-three percent of Denver's population annually; Denver Health sees nearly 1,200,000 total patient visits annually. one in three Denver-area children each year. the needs of special populations such as the poor, uninsured, pregnant teens, persons addicted to alcohol and other substances, victims of violence and the homeless. As Colorado's primary safety-net institution, Denver Health has provided uncompensated care and serves as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation.