JOB Support the federally mandated requirement for WIC breastfeeding promotion program by providing basic counseling, education and assistance to women who choose to participate in the program.
GRANT FUNDED
THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME AFTER A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED
BENEFITS
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Provides counseling and education to pregnant and breastfeeding women to encourage initiation and increased duration of breastfeeding
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Confers with physicians, nutritionists and nurses regarding the health of clients and their children
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Monitors WIC centers to ensure the environment is conducive to promotion of the breastfeeding program
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Documents breastfeeding assessment and counseling in medical records at WIC centers and hospitals
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Assesses breastfeeding problems and provides appropriate referrals
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Uses appropriate counseling techniques/protocols in responding to a variety of culture and family situations
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Monitors WIC breastfeeding rates to ensure they meet the performance/program objectives in the contract with the Texas Department of Health
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Completes lactation educator certification and participates in regular continuing education
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Maintains accurate inventory of breast pumps and accessories and, when appropriate, issues equipment to clients and provides instruction on use
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Performs all other related duties as assigned
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to stoop, bend, pull and push. May have to lift heavy boxes or objects up to 50 lbs. May handle blood samples and specimens using OSHA guidelines.
