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Per Diem
nKenmore Office, Kenmore, NY, US
nSalary Range: $16.00 To $16.50 Annually
nOverview
nCatholic Charities of Buffalo is excited to announce that we have openings for three (3) WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselors. This paraprofessional support person gives basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Other than initial training, this is a fully remote position.
nCatholic Charities is a non-profit organization that offers an array of programs that strive to empower individuals, children, and families. Catholic Charities of Buffalo, NY, is the most comprehensive human service provider serving the eight counties of Western New York with dozens of programs at 40+ professionally staffed locations. Our programs include comprehensive counseling services for all ages, basic emergency assistance including operating 8 food pantries, mental health services, chemical dependency treatment, educational and job readiness services, services to older adults, marriage counseling, immigration and refugee assistance, and a variety of programs that address prevention and treatment of a number of family issues. We strive to provide HOPE for all seasons.
nEssential Functions
nnnAttends breastfeeding training classes to become a peer counselor.
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nnReceives a caseload of WIC participants, contacts all assigned participants, and keeps accurate records of contacts in the NYWIC Peer Counselor Module.
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nnCompletestimesheets and daily logs and submitsthese dailyto the Breastfeeding Coordinator
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nnProvides basic breastfeeding information and support. Helps WIC participants prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns. Follows the Peer Counselor Scope of Practice as defined by the USDA Breastfeeding Curriculum and yields to the DBE appropriately as needed.
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nnCounsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding participants in the WIC clinics, by telephone, and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals.
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nnIs available outside the normal WIC clinic hours of 8:45 am to 4:45 pm to respond to WIC participants who have questions or concerns.
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nnRespects each participant by keeping their information strictly confidential.
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nnRefers WIC participants to: DBE (Designated Breastfeeding Expert), Breastfeeding Coordinator, Breastfeeding Supervisor, WIC nutritionist, participant’s physician or nurse, community partners or other social service agencies.
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nnAttends and assists with prenatal breastfeeding classes and breastfeeding support groups.
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nnAttends monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate.
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nnReads assigned books and materials on breastfeeding that are provided by the supervisor.
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nnMay assist in promoting breastfeeding through special projects and duties as assigned.
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nnAttends staff meetings and required Catholic Charities, NYWIC, NYSDOH and CAI trainings as scheduled.
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nnComplies with Catholic Charities’ Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, laws, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to their position in the WIC program.
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nnTravels to all sites; transports laptops, computers, and other equipment to sites.
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nnMay have to lift up to 30lbs
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nnPerform other duties as assigned.
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n nMinimum Qualifications:
nnnMinimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
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nnExperience breastfeeding for at least 12 months.(Does not have to be currently breastfeeding).
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nnAvailable to work 12 hours per week.
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nnWilling to make phone calls from home as needed.
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n nWhat We Offer
nnnEmployer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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nn403b Retirement Plan (Eligible after first pay period) with employer contribution after six months
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nnTraining and development opportunities
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n nMust be a resident of New York State.
n_Compensation range may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location, and experience. _
nAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, Catholic Charities of Buffalo is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Catholic Charities of Buffalo will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the business. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact .
Worksite address
buffalo, NY, 14266, US
Who can apply
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