Job Role Summary

This position, under the general supervision of the breastfeeding Coordinator is responsible for assisting BFC in performing high risk breastfeeding consultations with clients within established federal, state and local agency guidelines and regulations of Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program (WIC). This position is also responsible for assisting the BFC with mentoring and supporting staff to improve and encourage a supportive breastfeeding environment.

Qualifications

• Current International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required.
• High school Diploma required.
• 3+ years WIC experience and/or Breastfeeding counseling preferred
• On-going education and/or training in lactation management.
• Professional licenses/certification as appropriate.
• Must be able to function as a team leader and advisor as it relates to the development of breastfeeding efforts internally and externally.

Licenses/Certifications Required

• Valid Indiana driver’s license and access to a personal car.
• Current International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Manage time and skills to work effectively and efficiently under pressure.
• Effectively organize, assign and supervise work of others.
• Interpret and apply federal, state and local guidelines and regulations.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team
• Good judgment and discretion in communication.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing program/department needs and activities.
• Flexibility in work hours due to conferences/trainings/in-services, etc

Working Enviornment

• Majority of work is in the office environment, travel required between clinic sites, in and around Indianapolis for home visits, outreach activities, trainings and other work related activities including, but not limited to, assigned POD (point of distribution) site in the event of a public health emergency .
• Exposure to communicable illness and diseases due to direct and frequent client contact