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Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Local Agency: 048
Contact: Jolene.Norbert-Harrell@phs.hctx.net
City: Houston/Harris County
Phone: 713-439-6145

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor promotes breastfeeding as the optimal method of infant feeding among WIC participants both individually and in a group setting. A Breastfeeding Peer Counselor provides breastfeeding education, follow-up and basic clerical support relating to breastfeeding to promote WIC program operations. A Breastfeeding Peer Counselor may be expected to work outside of the WIC Clinic environment, including making home or hospital visits to WIC clients, and may be assigned to work after regular clinic hours, including answering the Breastfeeding Afterhours Helpline during non-traditional work hours. A Breastfeeding Peer Counselor may assist the WIC Lactation Consultant and other WIC staff as assigned by Site Supervisor or Breastfeeding Promotion Coordinator.

How to Apply: Please send your resume to wicgeneral@phs.hctx.net or call 713-439-6145 for additional information.

Salary: $15.00 per hour

Closing Date: 12/31/2021

 

WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (BFPC)

Local Agency: 042
Contact: Alissa.Orozco@wilco.org
City: Cedar Park
Phone: 512-248-3254

Job Description:

Performs routine (journey-level) customer service work. Work involves breastfeeding peer counselor activities and some clerical support for the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Duties include breastfeeding education and promotion, breast pump equipment issuance, cleaning, inventory, and referrals. Also provides customer service support and receives and responds to public inquiries for information and/or services. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Job descriptions list the specific tasks to be accomplished by the position the employee is filling at WCCHD. The WCCHD Employee Responsibilities are a set of general expectations for employees about how they should work with each other and the public we serve. Each employee must sign and acknowledge that they have been informed, understand, and agree to abide by these expectations. Violat1on of these responsibilities may lead to implementation of WCCHD's disciplinary procedures.

Education, Licensure, Certifications, Experience:

  • Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required.
  • As a WIC breastfeeding peer counselor, must be a mother who is receiving WIC or has received WIC, has successfully breastfed at least one baby, is enthusiastic about breastfeeding, has a desire to share that enthusiasm, and has access to a telephone.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred
  • Minimum two years' work experience in administrative support and/or customer service is preferred.
  • Experience and education may be substituted for one another
  • CPR certified or willingness to obtain
  • Valid Texas driver's license and access to reliable transportation to all assigned work locations

Location and Hours:

350 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park, TX; 0.70 FTE; hours are generally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday and 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Friday. Work may require occasional early morning, evening, weekend, or holiday hours. May require occasional overnight travel. Extended hours may be required in event of public health emergency.

How to Apply: For a complete job description and to apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wcchd

Salary: $15.00 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator PRN

Local Agency: 029
Contact: plander@myaccesshealth.org
City: Rosenberg
Phone: 281-238-2303

Job Description:

A Breastfeeding Coordinator is assigned to function as the local agency’s contact for all high-risk breastfeeding concerns in addition to being responsible for breast pump accuracy count for all LA29. This position is a part of the local agency QA team in accordance with state and local policy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Performs duties of the Breastfeeding Coordinator and Peer Counselor Coordinator for all sites of LA 29.
  2. Evaluates and consults with WIC clients experiencing problem with breastfeeding by phone, live conference, email, or in person. 
  3. Assists with new Peer Counselor training and monthly in-service meetings.
  4. Prepares and conducts breastfeeding education classes for WIC staff and community partners.
  5. Researches, prepares, edits, and presents materials by means of written and verbal communications.
  6. Attends training seminars, conferences, and meetings as assigned by WIC Director and/or State WIC program to maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in job related skills.
  7. Conduct comprehensive maternal, infant feeding assessment related to lactation including ascertaining the participant’s breastfeeding goals using appropriate counseling skills and techniques.
  8. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
  9. Provide annual breastfeeding training for all LA29 staff according to the WIC state policy.
  10. Responsible for submitting annual breastfeeding plan to LA Director/or Program Coordinator.
  11. Evaluates all high-risk lactation concern through hands on or telecommunication service and provides detailed documentation and follow ups in client records.  
  12. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein as may be assigned or delegated.

Education, Licensure, Certification Qualifications - Required:

Registered as International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. License must be kept current to retain employment.

How to Apply: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=breastfeeding%20coordinator&l=rosenberg&vjk=3122af324ae39b64

Salary: $30.00 per hour

Closing Date: 12/15/2021

 

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Local Agency: 073
Contact: melissa.gutierrez@centromedsa.com
City: San Antonio
Phone: 210-924-6004

Job Description:

  • Promote breastfeeding among WIC participants by counseling pregnant and breastfeeding mothers on an individual basis and in group setting
  • Support women during a normal breastfeeding experience; identify experiences that are not the norm and make appropriate referrals
  • Teach classes on the advantages of breastfeeding and the management of normal breastfeeding experiences
  • Must be available to WIC clients outside usual clinic hours and outside WIC environment
  • Must be a present or past WIC participant
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Bilingual- English/Spanish

How to Apply: Send resume to melissa.gutierrez@centromedsa.com

Salary: Based on experience

Closing Date: Open until filled

Clerk

Clerk

Local Agency: 031
Contact: aoltmann@bellcountyhealth.org
City: Copperas Cove
Phone: 254-778-1511

Job Description:

Screen and verify clients’ household income, address, identification, etc. Weigh and measure clients according to the guidelines and take a blood collection sample. Answer telephone by making/changing appointments, according to WIC policies.

Requirements: GED or high school diploma

Strongly Desired: Spanish Bilingual

How to Apply: Email amberoltmann@bellcountyhealth.org for more information on applying.

Salary: $1,627.00 per month

Closing Date: Open until filled

Clinic Manager

Clinic Manager

Local Agency: 131-63
Contact: slast@spcaa.org
City: Rockwall
Phone: 940-668-1292

Job Description:

B.S. or B. A. in Nutrition or Dietetics; or B.S. in Nutritional Science, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, and/or Exercise/Sports Science, with a minimum of 24 semester hours of Food and Nutrition; bilingual Spanish preferred. Provides individual counseling for low/medium risk topics and teaches nutrition/breastfeeding education classes to all WIC participants. Makes referrals to appropriate health, social, and education services in a timely manner. Ability to manage a staff of three or more employees.

How to Apply: Apply at www.spcaa.org

Salary: $12.00 - $18.47 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

WIC Clinic Manager/RD

Local Agency: 017
Contact: Karen.Gibson@uth.tmc.edu
City: Houston
Phone: 713-500-2905

Job Description: Supervises the overall productivity of the clinic and staff. Provides nutrition information and services to promote and maintain proper nutritional practices, health protection and care.

Position Key Accountabilities:

  1. Manages the daily clinic activities. Involves maintaining adequate caseload, efficient patient flow, proper customer service, ordering supplies, and ensuring a positive physical clinic environment.
  2. Supervises staff by interviewing job applicants, determines initial and ongoing training needs, evaluates work productivity, approves leave time and time cards. Functions as adjunct faculty for supervision of dietetic internship students.
  3. Oversees creation of monthly clinic reports. Reviews reports to keep updated on clinic productivity.
  4. Certifies and counsels potentially eligible applicants for program eligibility based on assessment of anthropometric, biochemical, clinical and dietary information, following federal and state regulations, policies and procedures. Evaluates and approves non-contract formula requests.
  5. Counsels program participants on individual high-risk nutritional need conditions. Determines if and when follow up is needed.

Required: Registered Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish

How to Apply: Apply at https://uth.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/wic-clinic-manager-uthealth-pediatrics -family-development-center-6245

Salary: $42,156 - $63,228 per year

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

Customer Service Representative

WIC Customer Service Representative II

Local Agency: 042
Contact: alissa.orozco@wilco.org
City: Georgetown
Phone: 512-943-3680

Job Description:

Performs routine (journey-level) customer service work. Work involves clerical and clinic support for the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), including providing customer service support and receiving and responding to public inquiries for information and/or services. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Education, Licensure, Certifications, Experience:

  • Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is required.
  • Minimum two years’ work experience in administrative support and/or customer service is preferred.
  • Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
  • CPR certified or willingness to obtain.
  • Valid Texas driver’s license and access to reliable transportation to all assigned work locations.

Location and Hours: 100 W. 3rd Street, Georgetown, TX 78626; FTE; generally 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Friday, Work may require occasional early morning, evening, weekend, or holiday hours. May require occasional overnight travel. Extended hours may be required in event of public health emergency.

How to Apply: For a complete job description and application visit, https://www.wcchd.org/.

Salary: $15.00 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

Lactation Consultants/Technicians

Lactation Specialist

Local Agency: 048
Contact: Jolene.Norbert-Harrell@phs.hctx.net
City: Houston/Harris County
Phone: 713-439-6145

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Nutrition Specialist: Outreach, the Lactation Specialist provides clinical lactation support and counseling for WIC clients who are having breastfeeding problems beyond the scope of the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor or Nutritionist’s skill levels. The Lactation Specialist provides documents client's progress, serves as the WIC agency's Designated Breastfeeding Expert, and assists with SME breastfeeding concerns and participates as a member of the WIC team. This role also coordinates with health care professionals as well  participates in outreach to the community on the benefits and management of breastfeeding to support WIC program goals.

How to Apply: Please send resumes to wicgeneral@phs.hctx.net.

Salary: Based on experience

Closing Date: 12/31/2021

 

Mom’s Place Lactation Consultant, Temporary Position

Local Agency: 001
Contact: Graciela.AlvaradoDeGarcia@austintexas.gov
City: Austin
Phone: 512-972-6700

Job Description:

  • Mom’s Place is seeking three temporary IBCLCs.
  • Required commitment to work 20 hours per week, both in-person and telecommuting.
  • Possess and maintain International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant credential.
  • Willingness to collaborate and contribute to a team environment and provide compassionate, high-quality, evidence-based lactation services.
  • Provide breastfeeding and lactation education, assessment, plans, and support services to breastfeeding families via phone, virtual with camera on, and in-person.
  • Collaborate with WIC.
  • Collaborate with translators when communicating with consults with families that speak other languages requiring a translator.
  • Perform client intakes for maternal and infant health histories.
  • Complete “Consent for Lactation Care” and Edinburg Postnatal Depression Scale.
  • Complete Healthcare Provider Reports for situations requiring referral and/or communication with OB/GYN and/or Pediatrician.
  • Perform referrals.
  • Issue breast pumps and breastfeeding supplies.
  • Provide curbside services for breast pumps (pick-ups and returns).
  • Ensure documentation of all client encounters is adequate, accurate, complete, and signed off in a timely manner.
  • Monitor and respond timely to daily inbound referrals.
  • Use employed technology to communicate with clients via e-mail, texting, soft phones, and virtual meeting rooms with camera on.
  • Abide by all City of Austin, WIC, Austin Public Health, Mom’s Place, and grant policies, procedures, and systems.
  • Attend daily virtual Huddles.
  • Provide front desk support.
  • Attend or make-up required trainings.
  • Other duties as assigned.

How to Apply: Please send a Cover Letter and Resume to Graciela.AlvaradoDeGarcia@austintexas.gov.

Salary: Based on experience

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

Nutritionist

WIC Health and Nutrition Specialist

Local Agency: 036
Contact: nkastick@sanmarcostx.gov
City: Kyle
Phone: 512-805-2601

Job Description:

Provides routine nutrition counseling and breastfeeding education and support. Prepares and processes program documentation and determines client eligibility. Conducts clinical testing, measuring, and analysis. Assists with general clinic operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  1. High School Diploma or equivalent with 18+ months of previous WIC experience and completion of the Certified WCS Program within 5 months of hire is required or; Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Nutritional Science, or related field or; Home Economics degree with 12+ hours of nutrition courses; DTR; RN; LVN; or other degreed professional (with state approval) with 12+ hours of nutrition courses.
  2. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
  3. Proof of required immunizations or obtain upon employment.

How to Apply: For a complete job description and application visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmarcostx

Salary: $16.06 - $20.08 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

Site Supervisor/Nutritionist

Local Agency: 029
Contact: plander@myaccesshealth.org
City: Rosenberg
Phone: 281-238-2303

Job Description:

A nutrition professional assigned to function as a WIC Certifying Authority (CA) and supervise WIC clinic operations and employees.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Function as a WIC Site Supervisor. Oversee the daily operation of the WIC site.
  2. Plan, coordinate and direct job activities of the WIC clinic employees (clerical staff, WCS and peer counselors). 
  3. Supervise WIC clinic employees, including interviewing, orientation, training, performance appraisals, and other general supervisory functions.  
  4. Function as a WIC Certifying Authority (CA).
  5. Determine client eligibility by assessment of client medical history, dietary recall and risk conditions.
  6. Provide individual nutrition counseling to WIC clients.
  7. Provide appropriate referrals.
  8. Responsible for issuance of non-contract infant formula according to State Agency guidelines, including accountability for drop shipped formula inventory.
  9. Responsible for maintaining accurate and confidential WIC charts.
  10. Responsible for performing WIC self-audits and QA assignments.
  11. Teach group nutrition education classes as assigned.
  12. Maintain local and State Agency WIC equipment inventory.
  13. Order and maintain WIC equipment, office and medical supplies, with the approval of the WIC Director.
  14. Promote healthy lifestyles through nutrition education and breastfeeding promotion.
  15. Provide monthly staff training. 
  16. Perform clerical and automated tasks necessary for WIC certification and benefit issuance.
  17. Coordinate with other FBFHC staff to provide a cohesive program of service for agency clients. 
  18. Perform other duties as assigned.

How to Apply: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=wic&l=rosenberg&vjk=7145936edd1d5cbd

Salary: $46,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Closing Date: 12/15/2021

 

WIC Nutritionist

Local Agency: 130
Contact: jharden@spcaa.org
City: Odessa
Phone: 432-770-6070

Job Description:

Must have a B.S. or B.A in Nutrition or Dietetics; or B.S. in Nutritional Science, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, and/or Exercise/Sports Science, with a minimum of 24 Semester Hours of Food and Nutrition. Provide individual counseling for low/medium risk topics and nutrition/breastfeeding education classes to all WIC participants. Authorizes issuance of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) for WIC participants. Makes referrals to appropriate health, social and education services to RD’ within a timely manner. Must be willing to take the initiative and be willing to learn. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

How to Apply: https://spcaa.org/. Call Judy Harden at 432-770-6070 for more information.

Salary: Based on experience

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

Nutritionist

Local Agency: 131-63
Contact: slast@spcaa.org
City: Greenville
Phone: 940-668-1292

Job Description:

B. S. or B. A. in Nutrition or Dietetics; or B. S. in Nutritional Science, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, and/or Exercise/Sports Science, with a minimum of 24 semester hours of Food and Nutrition; bilingual Spanish preferred. Provides individual counseling for low/medium risk topics and teaches nutrition/breastfeeding education classes to all WIC participants. Makes referrals to appropriate health, social, and education services in a timely manner.

How to Apply: Apply at www.spcaa.org

Salary: $12.00 - $15.64 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

Registered Dietitian

Program Coordinator/RD

Local Agency: 029
Contact: plander@myaccesshealth.org
City: Rosenberg
Phone: 281-238-2303

Job Description:

Active member of the Access Health WIC management team whose primary job duties include quality management, training, policy implementation, community involvement and clinic operations oversight for 12 WIC clinics in LA 29.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Responsible to participate in the active leadership of the design, planning, policy making, and clinic operations for WIC LA 29. Maintain expertise on current WIC policy and procedures, monitor policy changes and WIC memos and guide implementation in all clinic sites. Maintain the WIC Job Helps and distribute updates as needed.
  2. Responsible to perform the duties of Quality Assurance Coordinator for all WIC sites. This includes ongoing evaluation of individual counseling, nutrition education classes, clinical procedures, clinical self-audits, and fiscal self-audits. Reviews corrective action plans proposed by site supervisors and follow up to insure completion. Participate in the Access Health QI committee.
  3. Perform the duties of the Training Coordinator for LA 29, including overseeing new employee training and all required training schedules. Duties include maintaining training records, preparing and delivering training based on identified needs from audit review, satisfaction surveys and training mandated by the State Agency. Work with Breastfeeding Coordinator to ensure all breastfeeding training requirements are met for all staff.
  4. Perform duties of the WIC Certification Specialist (WCS) Preceptor for all the WCSs, including initial training and on-going training.
  5. Perform duties of Outreach Coordinator for LA 29 including ensuring the completion of annual mandatory outreach. Coordinate activities and public relations to increase caseload in all service areas.
  6. Coordinate the activities of dietetic interns and volunteers who perform services in the WIC sites.
  7. Perform duties of vendor liaison, including completing store evaluations in timely manner.
  8. Perform high risk counseling in WIC clinics in absence of staff RD or as assigned.
  9. Serve as a resource for clinic site supervisors to evaluate clinic operations and customer service. Plan and execute the annual required Customer Satisfaction Survey.
  10. Work with Nutrition Education Coordinator and Obesity Project Coordinator to assist with the development and implementation of the Nutrition Education Plan for LA 29, including monitoring for adherence by all sites.
  11. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein as may be assigned or delegated.
    • Comply with all company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
    • Performs all other duties as assigned by management.

Education/Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

  1. REQUIRED A Bachelor's degree in nutrition and dietetics from an accredited college/university.
  2. REQUIRED Current Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Licensure in the State of Texas.

How to Apply: Send resume to Priscilla Cole at plander@myaccesshealth.org.

Salary: $55,000 - $62,000 per year

Closing Date: 11/30/2021

 

WIC Registered Dietitian

Local Agency: 131
Contact: slast@spcaa.org
City: Decatur, Gainesville, Weatherford, Rockwall
Phone: 940-668-1292

Job Description:
Registered Dietitian/Licensed Dietitian. Ability and desire to work with staff throughout the entire Local Agency 114-county area. Counsels high risk clients (as determined by State Agency (SA) and Local Agency (LA) parameters. Implements procedures to ensure high risk clients receive education/counseling as needed in all LA sites. Ability and desire to work with a multi-cultural population. Excellent communication and organizational skills required. Must be able to travel and be prepared for several overnight stays within LA 114-counties. Make extended trips up to fours in car each way.

How to Apply: Please go to www.spcaa.org to submit an application. Applicants can also email slast@spcaa.org for any questions.

Salary: Based on experience

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

WIC Clinic Manager/RD

Local Agency: 017
Contact: Karen.Gibson@uth.tmc.edu
City: Houston
Phone: 713-500-2905

Job Description: Supervises the overall productivity of the clinic and staff. Provides nutrition information and services to promote and maintain proper nutritional practices, health protection and care.

Position Key Accountabilities:

  • Manages the daily clinic activities. Involves maintaining adequate caseload, efficient patient flow, proper customer service, ordering supplies, and ensuring a positive physical clinic environment.
  • Supervises staff by interviewing job applicants, determines initial and ongoing training needs, evaluates work productivity, approves leave time and time cards. Functions as adjunct faculty for supervision of dietetic internship students.
  • Oversees creation of monthly clinic reports. Reviews reports to keep updated on clinic productivity.
  • Certifies and counsels potentially eligible applicants for program eligibility based on assessment of anthropometric, biochemical, clinical and dietary information, following federal and state regulations, policies and procedures. Evaluates and approves non-contract formula requests.
  • Counsels program participants on individual high-risk nutritional need conditions. Determines if and when follow up is needed.

Required: Registered Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish

How to Apply: Apply at https://uth.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/wic-clinic-manager-uthealth-pediatrics-family-development-center-6245

Salary: $42,156-$63,228 per year

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

WIC Registered Dietitian

Local Agency: 131
Contact: bsparks@spcaa.org
City: Burleson, Cleburne, Comanche, Granbury or Stephenville
Phone: 254-485-8750

Job Description:
Registered Dietitian/Licensed Dietitian. Ability and desire to work with staff throughout the entire Local Agency 114 county area. Counsels high risk clients (as determined by State Agency (SA) and Local Agency (LA) parameters. Implements procedures to ensure high risk clients receive education/counseling as needed in all LA sites. Ability and desire to work with a multi-cultural population. Excellent communication and organizational skills required. Must be able to travel and be prepared for several overnight stays within LA 114 counties. Make extended trips of up to four hours in a car each way.

How to Apply: www.spcaa.org

Salary: $14.00 - $21.55 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

 

WIC Registered Dietician-Lubbock

Local Agency: 027
Contact: acastro@spcaa.org
City: Lubbock
Phone: 806-535-0250

Job Description:
Registered Dietician/Licensed Dietician. Ability and desire to work with staff through out the entire Local Agency 114-county area. Counsels high risk clients (as determined by State Agency (SA) and Local Agency (LA) parameters. Implements procedures to ensure high risk clients receive education/counseling as needed in all LA sites. Ability and desire to work with a multi-cultural population. Excellent communication and organizational skills required. Must be able to travel and be prepared for several overnight stays within LA 114- counties. Make extended trips of up to four hours in car each way.

How to Apply: Please go to www.spcaa.org to submit an application. Applicants can also email tquevedo@spcaa.org for any questions

Salary: $14.00-$21.55 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

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