WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Sangamon County, Illinois
Springfield, IL
Department
Public Health
Title
WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Listed On
2/14/2023
Listed Until
3/31/2023
The Sangamon County Department of Public Health is seeking applicants to perform duties primarily as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor in the Women Infant & Children (WIC) Program.
Responsibilities
-Provide breastfeeding information, support and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
-Attend seminars, workshops, and educational trainings related to WIC and breastfeeding for professional growth and grant requirements.
-Maintain and follow policies and procedures related to confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
-Travel to client’s homes to assist them when needed.
Requirements
-Must have breastfed at least one infant within the past 5 years
-Applicants must be a resident of Sangamon County or be willing to move into the County within 6 months of employment.
-Ability to use personal automobile with proof of current insurance.
-Must be dependable
Skills
Benefits
Salary: $39,000/yr/$20.00hr
2 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid sick leave days, 3 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays per year
Health, Dental, Life, and Vision Insurance.
Mileage reimbursement/Death Benefits/Retirement
Submit application and supporting resume and/or references to: Gail O'Neill, Director of Public Health, Sangamon Co. Dept of Public Health, 2833 S. Grand Ave, East, Springfield, IL 62703 or fax to 217-535-3104 or email to [email protected]
This position will remain open until filled.
Further Info
None