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Location : Canton, OH
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: M89-23
Department: Canton City Public Health
Opening Date: 12/15/2023
Closing Date: 12/29/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Wage Information
Starting Hourly Salary: $14.92
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
A WIC Peer Helper is a paraprofessional support person who gives basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Peer Helpers also provide appropriate breastfeeding referrals for issues beyond their scope of practice.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
70% Breastfeeding Education and Support: Under the supervision of the Breastfeeding Coordinator, will use excellent customer service and communication skills in ongoing contact with breastfeeding and pregnant WIC participants in the clinic setting, on the telephone (in clinic or at home as required), or during breastfeeding classes, support groups, or outreach events. All Staff must adhere to the confidentiality requirements of the WIC Program. Additional responsibilities include: Assist the Breastfeeding Coordinator with various breastfeeding duties; serve as a breastfeeding resource person to WIC Staff; assist with clinic and health fair displays/bulletin boards; with permission issue and teach participants about the use of breast pumps; perform other duties as assigned.
15% Referrals: Peer Helpers must make referrals to the WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator or other designated Health Professional when appropriate.
15% Administrative: Maintain accurate and thorough documentation; schedule client contacts in an organized, consistent manner; maintain filing systems; use various computer applications including Agency email accounts and the WIC Computer System(s).
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Be available for flexible work hours that may include some after-hours breastfeeding support from home.
* Participate in State WIC Peer Helper Conference Calls.
* Organize and participate in WIC Breastfeeding Outreach in the Community.
* Participate in Agency and State WIC Meetings.
* Complete a minimum of 6 hours of continuing education per year in the field of lactation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Has breastfed an infant exclusively or substantially for at least six months.
* Has been a former or current WIC participant or eligible for WIC services.
* High School Diploma or GED.
* Has reliable transportation with a valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Is enthusiastic about breastfeeding and wants to help other mothers enjoy a positive experience.
* Excellent communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, written).
* Previous work experience.
* Up-to-date computer system skills & social media knowledge.
* Bilingual/Cultural awareness.
Key Competencies: The following Council on Linkages Core Competencies (Adopted June 2014) for this position include:
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
General office setting in a health department facility. WIC clinic is fast-paced and typically noisy due to the high volume of clients. Work performed in this position may be subject to challenging interactions with community members. Some in-state travel is required.
Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available to those who need it to achieve the above descriptions.
Testing Information
SUBSEQUENT TO THE FILING OF THE APPLICATION, THE CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE FORMAT, LOCATION, DATE, AND TIME OF THE EXAMINATION.
*DISCLAIMER*All applicants should receive an email from confirming that their application was received. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact Civil Service at to confirm that your application went through.
RATING
Your name will be placed on a list of eligible candidates upon receiving a passing score. Once the list has been established, your name will remain on the list for a period of one (1) year.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO VETERANSAs provided in ORC 124.23C, any person who has completed service in the uniformed services, who have been honorably discharged from the uniformed services or transferred to the reserve with evidence of satisfactory service, and who is an Ohio resident and any member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who has completed more than 180 days of active duty service pursuant to an executive order of the President of the United States or an act of Congress of the United States may file with the director a certificate of service or honorable discharge (DD-214 - Long version), and upon this filing, the person shall receive an additional credit of twenty percent (20%) of the person's total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade.
A member in good standing of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who successfully completes the member's initial entry-level training shall receive a credit of fifteen percent (15%) of the person's total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade.
NOTICE OF DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENTPursuant to Civil Service Rules applicants are hereby advised that the position of employment being examined for is subject to a drug test. Accordingly, eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.
NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONBe advised that candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and a driving record check.
ADA COMPLIANCEReasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENTAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.
At the City of Canton, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
City of Canton permanent, full-time employees (working 30 hours per week or more) and their eligible dependents become eligible for comprehensive health benefits on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Health benefits include hospitalization, outpatient services, prescription coverage, dental and vision coverage, and group life insurance.
Time off benefits may include paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
All Safety Forces (Police and Fire) become members of the Ohio Police and Fire Pension (OP & F). All other employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
For additional information regarding benefits, contact the Human Resources Department at 330.438.4136.
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Are you a U. S. Citizen or do you have a valid permanent resident card?
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Did you graduate from an accredited high school or have a GED?
03
Do you have a valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation?
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Do you have previous experience with breastfeeding, having breastfed at least one baby for at least six months?
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Location : Canton, OH
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: M89-23
Department: Canton City Public Health
Opening Date: 12/15/2023
Closing Date: 12/29/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Wage Information
Starting Hourly Salary: $14.92
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
A WIC Peer Helper is a paraprofessional support person who gives basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Peer Helpers also provide appropriate breastfeeding referrals for issues beyond their scope of practice.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
70% Breastfeeding Education and Support: Under the supervision of the Breastfeeding Coordinator, will use excellent customer service and communication skills in ongoing contact with breastfeeding and pregnant WIC participants in the clinic setting, on the telephone (in clinic or at home as required), or during breastfeeding classes, support groups, or outreach events. All Staff must adhere to the confidentiality requirements of the WIC Program. Additional responsibilities include: Assist the Breastfeeding Coordinator with various breastfeeding duties; serve as a breastfeeding resource person to WIC Staff; assist with clinic and health fair displays/bulletin boards; with permission issue and teach participants about the use of breast pumps; perform other duties as assigned.
15% Referrals: Peer Helpers must make referrals to the WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator or other designated Health Professional when appropriate.
15% Administrative: Maintain accurate and thorough documentation; schedule client contacts in an organized, consistent manner; maintain filing systems; use various computer applications including Agency email accounts and the WIC Computer System(s).
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Be available for flexible work hours that may include some after-hours breastfeeding support from home.
* Participate in State WIC Peer Helper Conference Calls.
* Organize and participate in WIC Breastfeeding Outreach in the Community.
* Participate in Agency and State WIC Meetings.
* Complete a minimum of 6 hours of continuing education per year in the field of lactation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Has breastfed an infant exclusively or substantially for at least six months.
* Has been a former or current WIC participant or eligible for WIC services.
* High School Diploma or GED.
* Has reliable transportation with a valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Is enthusiastic about breastfeeding and wants to help other mothers enjoy a positive experience.
* Excellent communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, written).
* Previous work experience.
* Up-to-date computer system skills & social media knowledge.
* Bilingual/Cultural awareness.
Key Competencies: The following Council on Linkages Core Competencies (Adopted June 2014) for this position include:
- Communication Skills: 3A2, 3A7
- Cultural Competency Skills: 4A1, 4A2,4A5
- Community Dimensions of Practice Skills: 5A1, 5A7
- Financial Planning and Management Skills: 7A3, 7A11
- Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills: 8A1, 8A6, 8A7, 8A9
- Customer Focus: 1A1, 1A2, 1A3, 1A4, 1A5
- Accountability: 2A1, 2A2, 2A3, 2A4, 2A5, 2A6, 2A7, 2A8
- Equity, Ethics and Fairness: 3A1, 3A2, 3A3, 3A4, 3A5
- Continuous Quality Improvement: 4A1, 4A2, 4A3, 4A4, 4A5, 4A6
- Occupational Health and Safety: 5A1, 5A2, 5A3, 5A4, 5A5, 5A6
- Emergency Preparedness: 6A1, 6A2, 6A3
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
General office setting in a health department facility. WIC clinic is fast-paced and typically noisy due to the high volume of clients. Work performed in this position may be subject to challenging interactions with community members. Some in-state travel is required.
Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available to those who need it to achieve the above descriptions.
Testing Information
SUBSEQUENT TO THE FILING OF THE APPLICATION, THE CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE FORMAT, LOCATION, DATE, AND TIME OF THE EXAMINATION.
*DISCLAIMER*All applicants should receive an email from confirming that their application was received. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact Civil Service at to confirm that your application went through.
RATING
Your name will be placed on a list of eligible candidates upon receiving a passing score. Once the list has been established, your name will remain on the list for a period of one (1) year.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO VETERANSAs provided in ORC 124.23C, any person who has completed service in the uniformed services, who have been honorably discharged from the uniformed services or transferred to the reserve with evidence of satisfactory service, and who is an Ohio resident and any member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who has completed more than 180 days of active duty service pursuant to an executive order of the President of the United States or an act of Congress of the United States may file with the director a certificate of service or honorable discharge (DD-214 - Long version), and upon this filing, the person shall receive an additional credit of twenty percent (20%) of the person's total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade.
A member in good standing of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who successfully completes the member's initial entry-level training shall receive a credit of fifteen percent (15%) of the person's total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade.
NOTICE OF DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENTPursuant to Civil Service Rules applicants are hereby advised that the position of employment being examined for is subject to a drug test. Accordingly, eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.
NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONBe advised that candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and a driving record check.
ADA COMPLIANCEReasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENTAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.
At the City of Canton, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
City of Canton permanent, full-time employees (working 30 hours per week or more) and their eligible dependents become eligible for comprehensive health benefits on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Health benefits include hospitalization, outpatient services, prescription coverage, dental and vision coverage, and group life insurance.
Time off benefits may include paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
All Safety Forces (Police and Fire) become members of the Ohio Police and Fire Pension (OP & F). All other employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
For additional information regarding benefits, contact the Human Resources Department at 330.438.4136.
01
Are you a U. S. Citizen or do you have a valid permanent resident card?
- Yes
- No
02
Did you graduate from an accredited high school or have a GED?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have previous experience with breastfeeding, having breastfed at least one baby for at least six months?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
