Attachment A-New Staff Hiring Documents.pdf

We’re looking for a paraprofessional support person who provides basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding WIC mothers.

Who’s a good fit?

Someone who’s enthusiastic about helping WIC moms have a positive breastfeeding experience.

Other qualifications include:

• Breastfed at least one infant for a minimum of six months (does not have to currently be breastfeeding)

• Is a past or current WIC participant

• Can work up to 25 hours a week

• Is willing to work from home

• Has internet access and email address

• Able to travel to Huron WIC office for in-person contact as needed

• Bilingual (Not required but will receive preference, especially fluency in Spanish and/or Karen)

Where? HURON, SD

When? OPENS December 7, 2020 CLOSES January 4, 2021

We’re hiring!

What are the details?

Specific duties may vary from week to week, but the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will reach out to WIC moms interested in making the most of their breastfeeding experience by offering support and guidance.

In addition to providing basic breastfeeding support and information, the breastfeeding peer counselor will:

• Help pregnant women make an informed decision about how to feed their baby

• Help women prevent and overcome common breastfeeding barriers

• Counsel non-English speaking participants using an interpreter

• Submit reports on interactions with participants

• Be available outside usual 8am to 5pm office hours, including nights and weekends

• Refer women to additional breastfeeding support in complex situations

• Attend, assist, and lead breastfeeding classes and/or support groups

• Actively participate in trainings, conferences, and monthly meetings

Breastfeeding Peer Counselors are hired and supervised by Growing Up Together. Technical assistance and funding for the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program is provided by the South Dakota Department of Health WIC Program.

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

READY TO APPLY?

Apply online through Growing Up Together

Want more information?

A complete list of duties can be found at:

sdwic.org/information/work-for-wic/ breastfeeding-peer-counselor

Or give us a call at WIC: 605-598-6277 or Growing up Together: 605-280-1968

Attachment A https://growinguptogether.org/job-openings/ http://sdwic.org/information/work-for-wic/ breastfeeding-peer-counselor http://sdwic.org/information/work-for-wic/ breastfeeding-peer-counselor

BREASTFEEDING PEER COUNSELOR APPLICATION

Breastfeeding Peer Counselors provide basic breastfeeding information and support to WIC mothers during their pregnancy, and after the baby is born. They encourage mothers to breastfeed, and help mothers find support if problems occur. This is accomplished through text, email, phone calls, and/or virtual consultations, as well as possible face-to-face meetings at the WIC office, where applicable.

See the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Job Description for the full details of this position.

Name:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Home Phone: ( ) Cell Phone: ( )

E-mail address: ________________

What language(s) do you speak?

Have you, or are you currently receiving WIC services? Yes No

If yes, at which Local Agency?

Are you a US citizen or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis?

(Circle answer that applies) Yes No

Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty/no contest to any felony?

(Circle answer that applies) Yes No If yes, please explain__________________________________________________________ Note: A conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant. The employer will consider the type and seriousness of the crime, the frequency of violations, the applicant’s age and the time of conviction or completion of any jail sentence in addition to other job-related criteria.

Circle highest level of education completed:

High School 9 10 11 12 Technical School or College 1 2 3 4 Other____________

Attachment A

Tell us about your children:

Childs Age How long did you breastfeed this child?

Did you offer formula while you were breastfeeding?

Why do you want to be a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor?

Tell us why you think you will be a good peer counselor. Include any job experience or volunteer work you have done that will help you as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor.

Personal Reference:

Name:

Address:

Phone Number: ( )

Electronic Signature: Date:

Position closes on December 28, 2020 Interviews will be held via Zoom on January 15 and 16, 2021 Training will be held via Zoom on February 16, 17, 18, 2021

We’re looking for an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who can help new moms with complex breastfeeding problems, and provide education and encouragement to both pregnant and breastfeeding WIC participants.

Who’s a good fit?

Someone who’s enthusiastic about helping WIC moms overcome challenging situations in order to have a positive breastfeeding experience.

Other qualifications include:

• Holds current IBCLC credential issued by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners

• Proven leadership, training, and communication skills

• Can work up to 20 hours per week

• Ability to work from home

• Has internet access and email address

Where? South Dakota – STATEWIDE

When? OPENS December 7, 2020 CLOSES January 4, 2021

We’re hiring!

What are the details?

Specific duties may vary, but the Breastfeeding Specialist will offer support and guidance to help WIC moms overcome challenges as well as mentor, train, and assist Peer Counselors and WIC staff on breastfeeding cases.

In addition to providing in-service breastfeeding education on lactation information and overall support, the breastfeeding specialist will:

• Help pregnant women make informed decisions about how to feed their baby

• Help mothers experiencing complex maternal and infant breastfeeding problems

• Counsel non-English speaking participants using an interpreter

• Be available outside usual 8am to 5pm office hours, including nights and weekends

• Provide expertise to assist Breastfeeding Peer Counselors and WIC staff with new and challenging cases

• Provide initial and ongoing breastfeeding training for Peer Counselors and WIC staff

• Actively participate in trainings, conferences and monthly meetings

The Breastfeeding Specialist position is hired and supervised by Growing Up Together through the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program. Technical assistance and funding for this program is provided by the South Dakota Department of Health WIC Program.

Breastfeeding Specialist

READY TO APPLY?

Apply online through Growing Up Together

Want more information?

A complete list of duties can be found at:

sdwic.org/information/work-for-wic/ breastfeeding-specialist

Or give us a call at WIC: 605-598-6277 or Growing up Together: 605-280-1968

Attachment A https://growinguptogether.org/job-openings/ http://sdwic.org/information/work-for-wic/breastfeeding-specialist http://sdwic.org/information/work-for-wic/breastfeeding-specialist

BREASTFEEDING SPECIALIST APPLICATION

A Breastfeeding Specialist holds the International Board Certificated Lactation Consultation (IBCLC) credential issued by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners, which enables the IBCLC to handle more complex breastfeeding problems, provide in-service education on lactation information and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding WIC mothers.

See the Breastfeeding Specialist Job Description for the full details of this position.

Name:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Home Phone: ( ) Cell Phone: ( )

E-mail address: ________________

What language(s) do you speak?

Are you a US citizen or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis?

(Circle answer that applies) Yes No

Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty/no contest to any felony?

(Circle answer that applies) Yes No If yes, please explain__________________________________________________________ Note: A conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant. The employer will consider the type and seriousness of the crime, the frequency of violations, the applicant’s age and the time of conviction or completion of any jail sentence in addition to other job-related criteria.

Circle highest level of education completed:

High School 9 10 11 12 Technical School or College 1 2 3 4 Other_____________

When did you become an IBCLC?

Tell us about your past employment and how you used your IBCLC education and experience.

Why are you interested in working with WIC participants?

Personal Reference:

Name:

Address:

Phone Number: ( )

Professional Reference:

Name:

Address:

Phone Number: ( )

Electronic Signature: Date:

Position closes on December 28, 2020 Interviews will be held via Zoom on January 15 and 16, 2021 Training will be held via Zoom on February 16, 17, 18, 2021