Project Coordinator

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• The position of Project Coordinator requires a Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Public Health, Nutrition, or related field. Additionally, the position requires a designation as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and registered with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. The Project Coordinator provides high-level administrative and clerical tasks for the WIC Program, including direct participant services for complex breastfeeding/chestfeeding concerns. The position also oversees program implementation for the Child Development Services. The Project Coordinator works with individuals in the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program, Child Development Specialists, site staff, and participants in the larger WIC population.

Description of Duties:

• Provides breastfeeding/chestfeeding education and support to breastfeeding/chestfeeding parents with complex situations or concerns following established protocols.

• Serves as the breastfeeding/chestfeeding resource to the WIC Site Supervisor and staff. Provides consultation regarding the breastfeeding/chestfeeding management of participants and families utilizing breastfeeding/chestfeeding services.

• Reinforces hospital-based IBCLC care plans when available from Healthcare Providers and consults with physicians or other health professional staff regarding participants utilizing breastfeeding/chestfeeding services who have special health care needs and lactation problems.

• Develops and conducts breastfeeding/chestfeeding training for newly hired staff.

• Handles record keeping for the Lundquist WIC electric breast pump loan program and other coordination duties related to the smooth running of the program.

• Assumes a lead role in the ongoing implementation of the Child Development Services. Monitors and documents the progress of these services and referrals by assisting in managing data, preparing reports, and project-related documents.

• As directed by the Deputy Chief, Breastfeeding Services provides ongoing training and support to site staff to ensure the smooth operation and integration of breastfeeding/chestfeeding services at the WIC sites.

• Salary: $24.00-$37.19/hr.

Position requires a background check and health clearance