FT Breast Feeding Peer Counselor at Family Health Council of Central PA

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJoin an employer that cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides the opportunity to use your professional skills to make our community a better place.   We are a private, not-for-profit organization that coordinates public health grants for a 26-county region in central PA, seeking a full-time Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to work in the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program.  This is a full-time position that will primarily serve pregnant and breastfeeding clients in our Shamokin Dam Tapestry of Health location.  The successful candidate will be responsible for providing basic breastfeeding information and support to clients and help them prevent and handle common breastfeeding problems.  The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service, communication, and organization skills; work independently or in conjunction with other staff and communicate with a wide variety of individuals effectively and tactfully in both verbal and written forms. Previous breastfeeding experience is required (does not have to be currently breastfeeding). Regular local travel within the region (primarily between Lewistown, Shamokin, and Shamokin Dam) is required.  Primary office location can be established at the candidate's preference of these three locations.Summary  We strongly encourage you to apply if you are from a marginalized or underrepresented group, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants. FHCCP is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life and expects all employees and contractors to further that as part of their commitment to our organizational vision, mission, and values.  Child Protection Clearances (formerly "Act 153 Clearances")The following clearances and background checks are required upon employment and as a condition of continued employment:PA State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH)FBI Criminal Record Check, from fingerprintingPA Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA)Current Benefits for Full-time Employees Include:  Medical/Dental/Vision  Flexible Spending Account  Health Savings Account  Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability  Company Paid Life Insurance  401k with 50% up to 6% of salary  Paid Time Off Bank (20 days per year to start)  15 Paid Holidays  6 weeks Paid Parental Leave  Bereavement Leave  Breastfeeding Support  Employee Assistance Program FHCCP requires up-to-date vaccinated status as part of maintaining a healthy workplace and the clinical safety of our clients. These vaccinations currently include influenza and COVID-19, but could include others, based on timely public health needs.