Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Job Type
Full-time
Description
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CentroMed is 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that provides healthcare for all populations is a primary care provider and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with multiple locations throughout San Antonio and the New Braunfels area. Over the past 50 years, CentroMed has changed lives while remaining dedicated to the mission and vision of being a premier healthcare provider in the community. Join our team of dedicated professionals in providing comprehensive care and quality customer service to our community.
Founded in 1971 by CEO and President Ernesto Gomez, PHD, CentroMed has grown from a community-based program focused on providing culturally competent care for underserved populations, to a network of high-quality healthcare clinics across San Antonio and New Braunfels providing full- service health and dental care to all populations, regardless of income limitations.
We are a mission focused organization that wants to be the heart of our communities. We invite you to visit CentroMed and discover how we can be your medical home.
MISSION
We improve lives through improving the well-being of families through high quality, compassionate health care.
CORE VALUES
RESPECT We treat all persons with dignity and compassion
INTEGRITY We build trust through honesty, word and deed
EXCELLENCE We use best practices to deliver exceptional quality care
AFFORDABILITY We manage resources to provide affordable health care
TEAMWORK We work together as a team in the interest of patient care
JOB SUMMARY:
We are searching for our next SUPER STAR ! As the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will have the opportunity to educate pregnant mothers and families about the benefits of breastfeeding. The Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will also assist mothers in successfully breastfeeding their infants.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach classes on the advantages of breastfeeding and the management of normal breastfeeding experiences.
• Provide information and promote breastfeeding among peers; addressing specific concerns of expectant mothers, and correcting misinformation which may prevent a pregnant woman from breastfeeding.
• Provide hands-on assistance to mothers with breastfeeding problems which includes, latching and pumping breastmilk.
• Counsel pregnant and breastfeeding mothers on a one-to-one basis.
• Sanitize breastfeeding room and counseling offices after each use with Cavi-wipes.
• Support women during a normal breastfeeding experiences, identify breastfeeding experiences that are not the norm, and make appropriate referrals.
• Counsel by telephone on breastfeeding problems and make follow-up phone calls.
• Distribute breast pumps to those WIC participants who demonstrate a need.
• Provide support and information to breastfeeding mothers who may need advice to continue breastfeeding while working and/or attending school.
• Make hospital and/or home visits when necessary.
• Answer breastfeeding calls received on breastfeeding helpline for CentroMed WIC.
• Be knowledgeable of the TXIN system; including ability to complete prenatal and breastfeeding questionnaires as well as the issuance and return of breast pumps. This also includes the ability to upload documents as needed.
• All other duties as assigned

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans 403(B)- Company Match Contributions
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance for your Spouse & Children
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Employee Assistance (EAP)
• Travel Reimbursement
• Critical Illness insurance, hospital indemnity, accident insurance - These are additional benefits that fit your needs & lifestyle & help you feel extra protected
• Additional benefits include: 6 paid company holidays, plus (2) extra floating holidays, paid time off/ vacation time, career development opportunities and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work life balance, innovation, & teamwork.
• Benefits start after 30 days
• Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Complete the DSHS approved twenty-hour Peer Counselor class.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Experience: Must have successfully breastfed for a minimum of four months or successfully express breastmilk.
Work Schedule: Must be available to WIC clients outside usual clinic hours and outside WIC environment and at any WIC clinic.
Other: Must be receiving WIC or have received WIC. Must be able to read and write in English, and preferably be bilingual/bicultural.
CentroMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.