Office Assistant III/ BFPC (WIC)

Job Title

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Location

Louisburg, NC

Salary

$29,646.00 - $30,387.00 Annually

General Statement of Duties

Looking for an individual that can work both independently as well as with a team performing a variety of tasks. This employee will perform a variety of office assistant tasks as a generalist in support of administrative, program or technical operations. Employees perform a variety of ongoing work functions that include a variety of records, reports and filing activities, public contact, office equipment operation, composition, and other general office duties.

Duties and Responsibilities/Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Work requires a knowledge and use of applicable office equipment systems and related technology. Also, this person will work with all breastfeeding moms in the WIC Department. They will provide education during the pregnancy on the pros and cons of breastfeeding infants. After delivery, they will serve as a support for breastfeeding moms. Must have good communication skills and ability to deal tactfully with public by telephone as well as in person. Must attend NC WIC approved Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Training and breastfeeding training classes to become a peer counselor. Receives a caseload of WIC clients and makes routine periodic contacts with all clients assigned. Gives basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding. Also helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns. Respects each client by keeping information strictly confidential. Keeps accurate records of all contacts made with each client and completes a monthly activity report that is shared with the Program Manager.

Desirable Education and Experience

Education or Experience Requirement: Must have a high school diploma. Must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License. Must have at least 6 weeks personal experience breastfeeding.

Required Immunizations

Two step TST (skin test) If you have had a negative TST within the last 12 months, you must have another one completed prior to employment

Proof of MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) immunity: You must have documentation of two doses of measles, mumps and rubella given at least 28 days apart or laboratory evidence of immunity or laboratory confirmation of disease

Hepatitis B series: Either evidence of 3 doses; signed declination form or lab evidence of immunity

Evidence of Tdap vaccine

Evidence of varicella immunity: You must have documentation of two doses of varicella given at least 28 days apart or a history of varicella or herpes zoster based on physician diagnosis or laboratory evidence of immunity or laboratory confirmation of disease

If working in the lab, must have documented proof of one dose of meningococcal vaccine.

***Salary depends on experience and/or education. ***This job classification will be eligible for a $500 (taxable) Hiring Incentive. Policy Requirements Apply***