What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lactation Counselor position at CommuniCare+OLE?
POSITION TITLE:
LACTATION COUNSELOR (IBCLC) YOLO
DEPARTMENT:
CPSP
REPORTS TO TITLE:
Associate Director of Perinatal Services
Location: All Yolo County Sites and Sutter Davis Hospital
PAY RANGE: $39.33 to $48.07 hourly
JOB SUMMARY/OVERVIEW: CommuniCare Ole Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing comprehensive, patient-centered perinatal, primary care services including medical, dental, substance abuse treatment, behavioral health, and outreach services to low income, multicultural, uninsured, and underinsured patients in Yolo County and the surrounding community. Services are provided at three clinic sites and may also include Sutter Davis Hospital. The IBCLC works as part of a multidisciplinary team including community health workers, nutritionists, social workers, physicians, midwives, and other staff.
CommuniCare OLE provides an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and life experience. CommuniCare OLE encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous Peoples, people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, individuals of all ages and religions, and individuals who have been affected by the legal system. YOU ARE WELCOME HERE.
***The following reflects requirements and essential functions of this position but does not restrict tasks that may be assigned. Essential functions include basic job duties, core elements, or fundamental responsibilities that an employee must perform to hold the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation (accommodation may be requested). Duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive, and they may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time, due to reasonable accommodation or any other reason. ***
MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS/TRAINING (state required or preferred)
- Education:
Current status as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
- Experience/Lived Experience:
Minimum of one-year IBCLC experience. Experience working in a clinic setting and a demonstrated commitment to comprehensive care for underserved communities. Proficiency in Spanish a plus.
- Special Skills/Training:
Bilingual Spanish preferred. Ability to operate all equipment used in Clinic sites and in hospital practice. Demonstrated ability to adequately perform lactation counseling skills and staff mentoring
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (add or delete if necessary)
1.
Attendance and punctuality is necessary.
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Ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team.
3.
Ability to problem solve and be self-motivated.
4.
Must have a commitment to excellence and high standards.
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Must have a commitment to excellence and high standards. Must have excellent written and oral skills, strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills.
6.
Must have ability to multitask, manage priorities and workflow.
7.
Required to have versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm and have acute attention to detail.
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Expected to have strong interpersonal skills and can understand and follow written/verbal instructions.
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Able to work independently with little or no supervision.
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Required to have the ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels and with external customers.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary : $39 - $48
