Montefiore Einstein Technology · 1 day ago
Breastfeeding Coordinator
16 Guion Place
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$58K/yr - $73K/yrMontefiore Einstein Technology is seeking a Breastfeeding Coordinator to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Breastfeeding and Nutrition services. The role involves providing counseling and education to WIC participants, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and coordinating nutrition services across multiple sites.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Breastfeeding and Nutrition services in accordance with the policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines set forth by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) and Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital (MNRH)
Ensures adherence to all regulations of confidentiality and patient safety as required by federal HIPPA regulations, USDA, the NYSDOH, and MNRH
Implements the rules and regulations of the USDA, the NYSDOH, and MNRH
Provides intervention and counseling to participants to assist them with breastfeeding needs
Creates a schedule of breastfeeding education classes/support groups for WIC participants in accordance with agency policies and procedures
Selects and creates nutrition education materials for use in breastfeeding and nutrition counseling
Establishes a positive environment for breastfeeding and nutrition services at all 3 Sites using visual educational resources and verbal encouragement
Travels to all 3 sites
Participates in outreach activities to promote breastfeeding, nutrition education, and WIC enrollment
Screens and certifies WIC applicants using verified nutritional risk criteria, medical risk criteria, and anthropometrics in accordance with the NYSDOH guidelines
Ensures that quality nutrition services are provided to WIC participants
Develop a training plan for staff who provide nutrition and breastfeeding services
Provide nutrition and breastfeeding in-service training to staff who provide nutrition and breastfeeding services to keep abreast of current nutrition and breastfeeding policies and issues
Oversees procedures used to fulfill food and formula prescriptions and coordinate with medical providers, as appropriate
Has a thorough knowledge of the community and public health resources for referral purposes
Attends conferences, professional seminars, in-service training, and other professional meetings to improve knowledge and strengthen effectiveness
Report any problems or issues to the WIC Program Coordinator (or Director)
Oversees development of nutrition and breastfeeding education materials
Participates in local and state workgroups to improve nutrition and program services
Coordinate nutrition services with other WIC program operations, LAs, and community organizations
Stays current with up-to-date nutrition information and shares with LA staff by attending professional conferences, meetings, seminars, training, and WIC Association functions
Participates in the Quality Assurance (QA) process to ensure staff competency in various nutrition-related areas (i.e., anthropometry, hematology, nutrition education, etc.)
Required to complete the designated 12 hours of continuing education every year
Performs all other responsibilities of support staff as necessary including rostering, WIC EBT Cards distribution, registration, scheduling, appointments, and other office duties, etc
Assists the WIC Program Coordinator (or Director) with related departmental duties( direct supervision of entire team providing coverage in the WIC Coordinator’s absence
Participate in the development and implementation of the annual Local Agency Compliance and Self-Assessment (LACASA)/Management Evaluation
Supervise and monitor the activities, training, and documentation of the Peer Counselor Coordinator (PCC) and Peer Counselors (PC)
Participate in the development of the LA nutrition education and breastfeeding promotion and support plan
Assist in maintaining a breastfeeding supportive environment
Develop and implement all LA breastfeeding promotion and support activities, including the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program and Breast Pump Program
Ensure that the Peer Counseling Program is standardized, consistent with WIC regulations and policy, and meets USDA’s WIC Breastfeeding Model Components for Peer Counseling
Ensure breastfeeding support and promotion is integrated into new staff orientation and provide annual breastfeeding training for all staff
Provide ongoing supervision and support for all breastfeeding staff
Monitor, compile, and evaluate breastfeeding rates, promotion and support activities, and peer counseling activities
Develop and implement a Breast Pump Program policy for the purchase, distribution, and inventory of pumps per New York State WIC policy
Oversee the Breast Pump Program for appropriate evaluation of participants’ needs
Maintain the breast pump inventory in the management information system (MIS) and a monthly physical inventory
Train QN/CPA staff on conducting a breast pump assessment and issuing breast pumps
Coordinate breastfeeding promotional activities with community stakeholders
Provides intervention and counseling to participants to assist them with breastfeeding needs
Creates a schedule of breastfeeding education classes/support groups for WIC participants in accordance with agency policies and procedures
Selects and creates nutrition education materials for use in breastfeeding and nutrition counseling
Screens and certifies WIC applicants using verified nutritional risk criteria, medical risk criteria, and anthropometrics in accordance with the NYSDOH guidelines
Participates in local and state workgroups to improve nutrition and program services
Coordinate nutrition services with other WIC program operations, LAs, and community organizations
Stays current with up-to-date nutrition information and shares with LA staff by attending professional conferences, meetings, seminars, training, and WIC Association functions
Qualification
Required
BS Required
Annual Assessment - OHS Required
Fit Test - OHS Required
Preferred
Certified Lactation Counselor - Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice within 1 Year Preferred
Company
Montefiore Einstein Technology
Montefiore Einstein Technology began a cultural transition from a provider of IT services and support to an integral component of Montefiore Medical Center/Systems and its affiliates located in the Bronx, Westchester, and Rockland Counties, with our focus on Customer Service and meeting Montefiore’s Health Systems Mission, Vision, and Values.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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