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Berkshire Health Systems · 4 months ago

Lactation Program Coordinator

Pittsfield, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Berkshire Health Systems is seeking a Lactation Program Coordinator responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of a program to support breastfeeding families. This role includes overseeing the Baby Friendly certification and requires experience as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

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Responsibilities

The Lactation Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of a program to support breastfeeding families, including responsibility for Baby Friendly certification

Qualification

International Board Certified Lactation ConsultantInpatient lactation programsOutpatient lactation education’s degree in healthcareLicensed healthcare professionalAdministrative skillsParenting issuesAdult learning principlesCultural awarenessPsychological response knowledgeEffective communication skillsTeamwork abilityOrganizational skills

Required

One (1) year experience as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is required

Experience with inpatient lactation programs, outpatient prenatal and postpartum lactation education, consultations and/or teaching experience is required

A minimum of 2,500 hours of practice as a breastfeeding consultant is required

Bachelor's degree in a healthcare field such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Pathology, Nursing, or Pharmaceutical Sciences is required

IBCLC - International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant required

RNRHPH - Licensed as an Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Registered Nurse, or Pharmacist

Effective interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong administrative and organizational skills

Knowledge of contemporary childbearing and parenting issues, and adult learning principles

Knowledge of diverse cultural, physical, emotional, and psychological response to birthing, lactation, and parenting