WIC BREASTFEEDING/CHESTFEEDING PEER COUNSELOR

WIC BREASTFEEDING/CHESTFEEDING PEER COUNSELOR 

 

 Community Action Pioneer Valley's WIC program is looking for a compassionate person who wants to make a difference in the lives of others. We are seeking a part-time breastfeeding peer counselor who will be responsible for providing breast/chest feeding information and counseling to WIC participants at our Orange, MA location. 

  

Responsibilities include: attend breastfeeding training classes to become a peer counselor; receive a caseload of WIC clients and make routine periodic contacts with all clients assigned; provide follow through with each client; provide basic breastfeeding information and support to new parents/caregivers including informing them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding. 

  

Qualifications include but are not limited to: experience breastfeeding at least one baby (does not have to be currently breastfeeding); current or previous WIC participant; enthusiasm about breastfeeding and the desire to help others enjoy breastfeeding; proof of full COVID-19 immunization. This is a part-time position of 5 hours per week. Pay range: $15.00-$15.61 

 

Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative work environment. We offer Health Insurance (CAPV pays 80% of the premium*), Dental Insurance, Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plans (medical and dependent care), Vision Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (CAPV pays 100% for the benefit), Sick, Vacation, Personal time and 12 paid Holidays.  

 

To apply please go to https://www.communityaction.us/job-openings for full job description and information regarding benefits.  

 

Community Action is committed to a diverse workforce. AA/EOE/ADA