Employment Opportunities

Position Title: Child Watch

Reports To: BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager

Hourly Rate: $22.00

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Date: November 7, 2024

Position Summary:  Support the BIH Coordinator and Data Entry Manager in implementing the Black Infant Health program of BreastfeedLA in an effort to improve infant and maternal health outcomes for Black birthing people by promoting health knowledge and healthy behaviors. This position is responsible for the safety and supervision of children while their parents are participating in on-site activities or classes at Black Infant Health Orange County (BIHOC). Primarily provide a positive play atmosphere for children ages 0+, both indoors and outdoors.  Ensures a quality experience for children and parents that focuses on BIH values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Supervise, provide care, actively interact and play with children in activities that can include the following actions: reading, drawing, coloring, puzzles, games, and playing with toys.
2. Ensure that the environment is safe and welcoming.
3. Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication with co-workers, children and parents.
4. Leads and instructs children in games and other activities.
5. Provides comfort to upset children.
6. Pages parents if a child is upset or ill.
7. Provides feedback to parents.
8. Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents.
9. Act in a professional manner at all times providing maximum customer service.
10. Be aware of all BIH areas and staff; know who can assist you. 
11. Spend time developing cooperative working relationships.
12. Report all accidents, safety hazards, or conflicts to your supervisor immediately.
13. Be responsible for the safety of self, participants, room, equipment, materials and other areas of the recreation center, inside and out.
14. Become CPR and First Aid certified. Perform CPR and First Aid if needed.
15. Serve as a positive role model with an emphasis on developing and maintaining effective communication with participants, parents, other staff and supervisors.
16. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training, as needed / required.
17. Build enthusiasm for activities and programs.
18. Disinfect equipment and toys during shifts.
19. Keep the program areas neat and organized. Follow all safety procedures.
20. Project a positive image of self and BIH.
21. Follow work site requirements regarding punctuality, appropriate dress, staff meeting attendance, etc.
22. Assist in outreach, recruitment and special events, as needed / required.
23. Adhere to all BreastfeedLA, OC Health Care Agency, First 5 Orange County, and BIH standards, expectations and regulations. 
24. Ensure program staff and patrons maintain hygiene habits/practices in accordance with CDC guidelines. 
25. Support parent infant feeding plans, including providing human milk to infants and children, as needed.
26. Support implementation of a site specific recruitment plan for BIH.
27. When groups are not in session, conduct outreach activities on a regular basis; for example, conducting in-service trainings and BIH orientation for partnership organizations or tabling at community events.
28. Attends interagency and community meetings.
29. Attends CDPH/MCAH-sponsored BIH Basic Training, as well as subsequent BIH Advanced Trainings. 
30. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations. 
31. Develops a Professional Development Plan in conjunction with the BIH Coordinator and reflects basic skills of the HRSA MCH Bureau Leadership Competencies 1-8. 
32. Works under the supervision of the BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager. 
33. Creates social media content, if allowed (per local site).
34. Participate in BIH program media features, as requested.
35. Recruit BIH participants and staff for media features, as requested.
36. Promote new BIH website/social media pages/app at local provider offices and other outreach locations.
37. Other tasks as directed, including picking up supplies or food, as needed.

Qualifications: 

1. Prior experience of 6 months supervising children required.
2. Possesses knowledge, understanding and respect of the values and beliefs of African American women and the African American community. 
3. Fully embraces and supports the BIH Governing Concepts of cultural competence, client centered, strength-based, and cognitive skill building approaches. 
4. Demonstrates: 
   1. Cultural competence and ability to operate in a culturally affirming manner.
   2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
5. Basic administrative skills (ie. appointment scheduling, documentation, computer skills, organizational skills).
6. Experience working on a multidisciplinary team.
7. Foundational knowledge of the community resources and programs of the local health jurisdiction in which they will be working.
8. A high desire to work with children in a child care setting.
9. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with participants, families, and co-workers.
10. Ability to reason, problem solve and resolve conflicts effectively.
11. Must have a good work ethic; be reliable, on time and dependable.
12. Customer service experience is a plus.
13. Minimum age of 18 years old required.
14. Must possess or obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification and CPR Certification within 30 days of hire and maintain for continued employment.
15. Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Harassment Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
16. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Education/Experience: 6 months experience supervising children, child and Infant CPR.

Computer Skills: 

Excellent computer skills, especially typing.

Experience with MS Office and G-suite.

Ability to learn new data management systems, as needed.

Certificates and Licenses: Possesses a valid California driver’s license. 

Travel: This is an on-site position with occasional travel throughout Orange County and Los Angeles. Occasional travel on the day of events and meetings. Travel is primarily local during the business day. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time non-exempt hourly position (40 hours/week). 20 hours per week, part-time may be considered. Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday between 9am and 6pm or 11am and 8pm. This position occasionally requires long hours during events and will require weekend work as job duties demand. Full time positions are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and sit. 

• The job may require the following: lift up to 50 lbs., frequent bending, stooping and standing for long periods of time. 
• Must be able to see, hear and verbally communicate to effectively work with co-workers, patrons and children. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak, read, or hear. Constant hearing to effectively communicate with guests, staff and to be aware of any possible dangers in the child care area is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

BreastfeedLA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical) exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, appraisal, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  I understand that my employment with BreastfeedLA is considered at will, meaning that either the company or I may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to info@breastfeedla.org with “Child Watch” in the subject line.

Position Title: Mental Health Professional

Reports To: BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager

Salary: $88,042

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Date: June 17, 2024

Position Summary:  Support the BIH Coordinator and Data Entry Manager in implementing the Black Infant Health program of BreastfeedLA in an effort to improve infant and maternal health outcomes for Black birthing people by promoting health knowledge and healthy behaviors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Conducts client enrollment activities, which includes orientation, informed consent, and the initial assessment. 
2. Responsible for conducting case conferencing with local BIH staff and any other members of a multidisciplinary team. 
3. Develops and maintains relationships with local mental health professionals for client referrals. 
4. Participates in the group sessions that focus on mental health issues by being available to answer participant questions and provide support to the group facilitators. 
5. Provides mental health education to clients when requested by the FHAs. 
6. Conducts trainings on the basics of maternal and infant mental health. 
7. Attends CDPH/MCAH-sponsored BIH Basic Training, as well as subsequent BIH Advanced Trainings. 
8. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations. 
9. Develops a Professional Development Plan in conjunction with the BIH Coordinator and reflects basic skills of the HRSA MCH Bureau Leadership Competencies 1-8. 
10. Responsible for providing social service case management to clients. 
11. Maintains awareness and familiarity with local community and social services for client referrals. 
12. Works under the supervision of the BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability or disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications: 

1. One year of professional experience working as a mental health professional that included maternal, infant and child health. 
2. Understands and respects the values and beliefs of African American women and the African American community. 
3. Possesses knowledge, understanding and respect of the values and beliefs of African American women and the African American community. 
4. Fully embraces and supports the BIH Governing Concepts of cultural competence, client centered, strength-based, and cognitive skill building approaches. 
5. Knowledge of the following: 
   1. Women’s health, including prenatal and postpartum mental health and psychosocial issues.
   2. Life course perspective.
   3. Impact of psychosocial, cultural and economic factors on the health of women, their infants and their families.
   4. Psychosocial risk status of BIH participants, including stress, health, social relationships, environment (housing), financial status, transportation that may impact their pregnancies or participation in the BIH Program. 
   5. Prevailing trends and policies in mental health, public health and public welfare. 
   6. Knowledge, understanding and location of community services, including, but not limited to: social services, mental health, substance abuse treatment programs, domestic violence programs, legal systems, housing and other resources for referral. 
6. Demonstrates: 
   1. Strong group facilitation skills.
   2. Cultural competence and ability to operate in a culturally affirming manner.
   3. Sound communication and interpersonal skills. 
   4. Clinical experience in individual and group psychotherapies dealing with individuals in multiple health and social systems. 
   5. The ability to identify behavioral tendencies that impact functioning, and recommend cognitive behavioral approaches that integrate client strengths into improving functioning. 
   6. The ability to conduct crisis intervention as needed or as resources allow. 
   7. Basic counseling skills (i.e. reflecting, active listening, paraphrasing, motivational interviewing). 
   8. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 
   9. Basic administrative skills (i.e. appointment scheduling, documentation, report writing, computer skills). 
   10. Ability to work with a co-facilitator and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Education/Experience: Master’s Degree in social work, psychology or counseling from an accredited college or university.  

Computer Skills: 

Excellent computer skills, especially typing.

Experience with MS Office and G-suite, Constant Contact and Canva strongly preferred.

Ability to learn new data management systems, as needed.

Certificates and Licenses: Possesses a valid California driver’s license. 

Travel: This is an on-site position with occasional travel throughout Orange County and Los Angeles. Occasional travel on the day of events and meetings. Travel is primarily local during the business day. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time salaried exempt position (40 hours/week). Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday between 9am and 6pm or 11am and 8pm. This position occasionally requires long hours during events and may require weekend work as job duties demand.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and sit. 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

BreastfeedLA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical) exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, appraisal, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  I understand that my employment with BreastfeedLA is considered at will, meaning that either the company or I may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to info@breastfeedla.org with “Mental Health Professional” in the subject line.

Position Title: Family Health Advocate/Group Facilitator

Reports To: BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager

Hourly Rate: $29.08

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Date: June 17, 2024

Position Summary:  Support the BIH Coordinator and Data Entry Manager in implementing the Black Infant Health program of BreastfeedLA in an effort to improve infant and maternal health outcomes for Black birthing people by promoting health knowledge and healthy behaviors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Responsible for the management, facilitation and organization of the group intervention with another group facilitator (each group session must have two trained facilitators conducting the session). 
2. Coordinates and consults with other Group Facilitators/FHAs to ensure that group sessions goals are linked to case management goals and group session goals. 
3. Attends CDPH/MCAH-sponsored BIH Basic Training, as well as subsequent BIH Advanced Trainings. 
4. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations. 
5. Develops a Professional Development Plan in conjunction with the BIH Coordinator and reflects basic skills of the HRSA MCH Bureau Leadership Competencies 1-8. 
6. Responsible for providing social service case management to clients. 
7. Maintains awareness and familiarity with local community and social services for client referrals. 
8. Responsible for the development of a Life Plan that is on-going throughout the intervention. 
9. Completes subsequent client assessments, Birth Outcome form, etc.. 
10. Develops a Birth Plan. 
11. Enters data related to  group sessions, case management, Life Planning, etc. in a timely and accurate manner. 
12. Works under the supervision of the BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability or disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications: 

1. Possesses one year of community work experience providing direct services to the target population, performing tasks related to the program.  
2. Possesses socio-cultural experiences comparable to the population served. 
3. Possesses knowledge, understanding and respect of the values and beliefs of African American women and the African American community. 
4. Fully embraces and supports the BIH Governing Concepts of cultural competence, client centered, strength-based, and cognitive skill building approaches. 
5. Possesses knowledge of the following: 
   1. Women’s health, including prenatal and postpartum health. 
   2. Life course perspective. 
   3. Infant behavior and development. 
   4. Health education, including breastfeeding, nutrition and physical activity. 
   5. Local community and social services. 
6. Demonstrates: 
   1. Strong group facilitation skills.
   2. Cultural competence and ability to operate in a culturally affirming manner.
   3. Sound communication and interpersonal skills. 
   4. Basic counseling skills (i.e. reflecting, active listening, paraphrasing, motivational interviewing). 
   5. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 
   6. Basic administrative skills (i.e. appointment scheduling, documentation, report writing, computer skills). 
   7. Ability to work with a co-facilitator and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university program in Social Work, Public Health, Nursing, Education, Health Education, or other health related or social science field. 

Computer Skills: 

Excellent computer skills, especially typing.

Experience with MS Office and G-suite, Constant Contact and Canva strongly preferred.

Ability to learn new data management systems, as needed.

Certificates and Licenses: Possesses a valid California driver’s license. 

Travel: This is an on-site position with occasional travel throughout Orange County and Los Angeles. Occasional travel on the day of events and meetings. Travel is primarily local during the business day. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time non-exempt hourly position (40 hours/week). Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday between 9am and 6pm or 11am and 8pm. This position occasionally requires long hours during events and may require weekend work as job duties demand.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and sit. 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

BreastfeedLA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical) exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, appraisal, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  I understand that my employment with BreastfeedLA is considered at will, meaning that either the company or I may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to info@breastfeedla.org with “Family Health Advocate/Group Facilitator” in the subject line.

Position Title: Community Outreach Liaison

Reports To: BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager

Hourly Rate: $29.08

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Date: June 17, 2024

Position Summary:  Support the BIH Coordinator and Data Entry Manager in implementing the Black Infant Health program of BreastfeedLA in an effort to improve infant and maternal health outcomes for Black birthing people by promoting health knowledge and healthy behaviors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Develops and maintains a site specific recruitment plan for BIH.
2. Establishes a database of community agencies and creates relationships to obtain BIH referrals.
3. Maintains relationships with medical and community service providers who are the primary referral sources into BIH.
   1. Develops partnership agreements to assist in providing referrals to the BIH program.
   2. Conducts outreach activities on a regular basis; for example, conducting in-service trainings and BIH orientation for partnership organizations.
   3. Attends interagency and community meetings.
4. Attends CDPH/MCAH-sponsored BIH Basic Training, as well as subsequent BIH Advanced Trainings. 
5. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations. 
6. Develops a Professional Development Plan in conjunction with the BIH Coordinator and reflects basic skills of the HRSA MCH Bureau Leadership Competencies 1-8. 
7. Works under the supervision of the BIH Coordinator and Lead Data Entry Manager. 
8. Creates social media content, if allowed (per local site).
9. Participate in BIH program media features, as requested.
10. Recruit BIH participants and staff for media features, as requested.
11. Update all local marketing and display materials, as requested.
12. Promote new BIH website/social media pages/app at local provider offices and other outreach locations.
13. Provide regular updates to the BIH media team on upcoming local recruitment/enrollment events, including additions or changes to events.
14. Provide input to the BIH media team for the development of new standardized statewide BIH marketing materials.

Qualifications: 

1. Possesses one to three years of experience working in community based organizations.
2. Possesses knowledge, understanding and respect of the values and beliefs of African American women and the African American community. 
3. Fully embraces and supports the BIH Governing Concepts of cultural competence, client centered, strength-based, and cognitive skill building approaches. 
4. Demonstrates: 
   1. Cultural competence and ability to operate in a culturally affirming manner.
   2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
5. Basic administrative skills (ie. appointment scheduling, documentation, report writing, computer skills, organizational skills).
6. Experience working on a multidisciplinary team.
7. Foundational knowledge of the community resources and programs of the local health jurisdiction in which they will be working.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university program in Social Work, Public Health, Nursing, Education, Health Education, or other health related or social science field. 

Computer Skills: 

Excellent computer skills, especially typing.

Experience with MS Office and G-suite, Constant Contact and Canva strongly preferred.

Ability to learn new data management systems, as needed.

Certificates and Licenses: Possesses a valid California driver’s license. 

Travel: This is an on-site position with occasional travel throughout Orange County and Los Angeles. Occasional travel on the day of events and meetings. Travel is primarily local during the business day. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time non-exempt hourly position (40 hours/week). Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday between 9am and 6pm or 11am and 8pm. This position occasionally requires long hours during events and will require weekend work as job duties demand.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and sit. 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

BreastfeedLA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical) exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, appraisal, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  I understand that my employment with BreastfeedLA is considered at will, meaning that either the company or I may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to info@breastfeedla.org with “Community Outreach Liaison” in the subject line.

Position Title: Lactation Program Coordinator

Reports To: Infant Feeding Liaison/ Clinical Director

Starting Salary: $66,500

FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt

Date: August 16, 2024

Position Summary:  BreastfeedLA is seeking a Lactation Program Coordinator to oversee and enhance our lactation support services. This role will coordinate culturally congruent prenatal lactation education, personalized consultations, support groups, and develop supportive policies for various community and institutional settings, including correctional facilities. The coordinator will also manage logistics related to donor milk shipping and provide direct, on-site lactation support in Carson and at Century Regional Detention Facility (CRDF) located in Lynwood.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop, coordinate, and deliver prenatal breastfeeding classes and manage drop-in consultations, and support groups In Carson and Lynwood.
2. Provide direct lactation consultation and hands-on support, including two days per week of on-site support at designated locations such as correctional facilities and community clinics.
3. Collaborate with local healthcare providers, community organizations, and institutions like the Century Regional Detention Facility to develop policies that support lactation initiatives.
4. Provide outreach, education, and resources at local community events in an effort to publicize and increase awareness of our programs.
5. Represent BreastfeedLA during various community meetings such as African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Community Action Team (AAIMM), Guaranteed Basic Income Initiatives, Food Equity Roundtable, and others, as needed.
6. Manage the logistics of donor milk shipping at CRDF, ensuring safe and efficient delivery according to health standards.
7. Track program metrics and outcomes to ensure effectiveness and identify improvement areas.
8. Manage the program budget, including funds allocation for educational materials, supplies, and client incentives.
9. Lead policy development efforts to support lactation and breastfeeding initiatives tailored to specific community needs.
10. Promote the program and BreastfeedLA’s services through effective marketing strategies to increase community engagement and program utilization.
11. Works under the supervision of the Clinical Director and Infant Feeding Liaison.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability or disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications:

1. Proven experience in program coordination or management, preferably in healthcare or community settings.
2. Demonstrated ability in providing lactation education and support, with a focus on culturally congruent and trauma-informed practices.
3. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
4. Ability to work effectively in diverse settings, including non-traditional environments such as correctional facilities.
5. Commitment to the mission and values of BreastfeedLA, particularly in addressing health disparities.
6. Possesses knowledge, understanding and respect of the values and beliefs of African American women and the African American community
7. Strong clinical lactation skills with the ability to assess, plan, and provide optimal lactation care and support.
8. Excellent decision-making and analytical skills to effectively solve problems and make timely, informed decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience in policy development within healthcare or community settings.
2. Bilingual abilities, with preference for languages prevalent in the Carson community.
3. Possesses one year of community work experience providing direct services to the target population, performing tasks related to the program.
4. Possesses socio-cultural experiences comparable to the population served.
5. Possesses knowledge of the following:
   1. Women’s health, including prenatal and postpartum health.
   2. Infant behavior and development.
   3. Health education, including breastfeeding, nutrition and physical activity.
   4. Local community and social services.
6.  Demonstrates:
   1. Strong group facilitation skills (i.e. reflecting, active listening, paraphrasing, motivational interviewing).
   2. Cultural competence and ability to operate in a culturally affirming manner.
   3. Sound communication and interpersonal skills.
   4. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
   5. Basic administrative skills (i.e. appointment scheduling, documentation, report writing, computer skills).
   6. Ability to work with a co-facilitator and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. 

Education/Experience: High School diploma or completion of General Education Development (GED). Current certification as a Lactation Educator (CLE/S) required.

Computer Skills:

Excellent computer skills, especially typing.

Experience with MS Office and G-suite, Constant Contact and Canva strongly preferred.

Ability to learn new data management systems, as needed.

Certificates and Licenses: Possesses a valid California driver’s license. Current certification as a Lactation Educator (CLE/S) required.

Travel: This is a hybrid position with frequent travel throughout Los Angeles and two to three days per week on site. Frequent travel on the day of events and meetings. Travel is primarily local during the business day.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time salaried exempt position (40 hours/week). Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday between 9am and 6pm. This position occasionally requires long hours during events and may require weekend work as job duties demand.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and sit.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BreastfeedLA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical) exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, appraisal, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

This position is dependent on the availability of continued funding.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  I understand that my employment with BreastfeedLA is considered at will, meaning that either the company or I may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to info@breastfeedla.org with the subject “Lactation Program Coordinator”.

Overview

Position Summary: The Lactation Consultant Responsible for the overall coordination, planning and management of patient, family and staff education related to breastfeeding for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

Minimum Qualifications: 3+ years’ combined experience as a licensed/registered professional and/or Lactation Consultant in pediatric acute care setting. Basic knowledge of patient care principles, and equipment; CHLA patient care policies and procedures.

Current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification

Education/Licensure/Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Nursing, Occupational or Speech and Language related studies or Registered Dietitian, Registered Nurse, Registered/licensed Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Therapist.

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Registered Dietitian, Registered Nurse, Registered/licensed Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Therapist preferred.

Pay Scale Information: USD $64,688.00 – USD $116,563.20

To learn more and apply, visit our website.

Position Title: Lactation Consultant IBCLC

Position Summary: The Daisy CHAIN IBCLC is central to providing services at Daisy CHAIN, and an integral part of the organization and team. This position is a member of the Lactation Team and reports to the Lactation Team Lead but works collaboratively with all staff to support the DC mission. An ideal candidate is flexible, communicative, honest, respectful, and shows a real commitment to all of Daisy CHAIN’s values. 

Position Details: $28.55+, dependent on experience, continued training and professional development for all staff; health insurance benefits; one week paid time off for the whole agency during winter; one paid day off per month; and 4 weeks PTO to be scheduled by employee in coordination with their team (which accrues at hire date at 7.69% and must be used within the year).

FLSA: non-exempt, 25-30 hours/week (flex hours with workload)

Position to start: when filled, ideally onboarding by week of May 1, 2024

To learn more and apply, visit our website.

DC’s Mission and Vision: Daisy CHAIN shifts the cultural paradigm of pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting care while increasing equitable access to services and career paths by bridging gaps and addressing individual and systemic barriers through ​comprehensive services, high-quality, culturally competent care and community action and offerings. We provide the community with research and evidence-based support services and education for individuals and families ​on their reproductive and parenting journeys. ​All people deserve access to pregnancy, lactation, and parenting support and doula care from qualified professionals and peers in their community. All services FREE to clients. Se habla español. 

Title: Part-Time Lactation Consultant

Location: Laguna Hills,CA

Status: Part-Time (approximately 2-4 days per week; 8-16 hours per week). Must have afternoon availability during the week. Some weekend availability is a bonus.

Salary: Hourly ($30-$40 starting pay, based on experience)

Requirements: IBCLC certified

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

1+ years experience with HANDS ON Lactation Consulting (preferably as an IBCLC), preferred

Experience assessing infant oral motor function

Experience collaborating with other healthcare providers

Experience with flange fittings

Knowledge about a variety of commonly used breast pumps

Primary work location will be in our Laguna Hills office, with occasional travel to Orange County homes. Consultations via telehealth through our HIPAA secure platform will also be required on occasion.

About Us:

The Breastfeeding Center of Orange County offers a full range of lactation support to the families they serve. Services include Private Lactation Consultations, Prenatal Breastfeeding Education (private and group classes), and a weekly Breastfeeding Support Group. Consultations are offered in our Laguna Hills office and throughout Orange County via Home Visits. Telehealth lactation consultations are also offered.

Job Responsibilities:

Complete thorough Lactation Consultations from start to finish, including but not limited to:

-Review of relevant medical history for parent and baby

-Review of intake form with parent

-Assessment of baby including Oral Exam

-Assessment of parent including breast/chest exam

-Assessment of Breastfeeding including various positions, latching, and milk transfer

-Assessment of Pump and Flange Fit

-Chart visit appropriately using IntakeQ

-Create a personalized care plan for the dyad using IntakeQ

-Create a pediatrician report with findings from the visit using IntakeQ

-Responsible for client communication following consults (i.e. responding to client emails with 24 hours)

Additional Requirements:

-Training is required. Training will consist of a minimum of 3 work days, which must be completed within the same week. Training may be extended into a second week if necessary.

-Strong computer proficiency

-Ability to work independently and efficiently

-Enjoys working in a collaborative, team environment and independently

-Must carry malpractice insurance

Ideal candidate would be someone who considers themselves confident in working with lactating families, has a kind and compassionate heart, enjoys working independently and in a team environment.

Ideal candidate would be open to regular or monthly weekend availability.

Ideal candidate would be open to teaching our Breastfeeding 101 Prenatal Classes and leading our Mama’s Milk Club Breastfeeding Support groups occasionally.

To apply, visit our website.

Keck Medicine of USCHospitalGlendale, California

At Kaiser Permanente our nurses are leaders, clinicians, researchers, innovators, and scientists who are contributing toward being an industry-leading voice for advancing evidence-based care. Whether supporting the patient directly in our hospitals or clinics, providing care at home, serving our patients through innovative virtual technology, or managing care delivery teams, Kaiser Permanente nurses utilize scientific evidence and our integrated care model to optimize the total health of our members and the communities we serve. We invite nurses who are passionate about nursing excellence, high-quality compassionate care delivery, professionalism, integrity, teamwork and patient and family centeredness to join our teams so that we can continue to sustain and build upon our culture of excellence.

Job Summary:

Collaborates with Education Consultants and managers to develop, design, deliver and evaluate/improve education strategies and special projects/programs based on clients departmental goals and needs, as well as organizational goals/objectives. Implements education programs and strategies and coordinates to meet regulatory program requirements and organizational needs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develops, coordinates and evaluates programs to meet regulatory requirements and organizational, departmental and discipline specific needs.
• Designs, develops, and coordinates activities for continuing professional education for staff.
• Collaborates with consultants to develop special projects in professional education, development and learning.
• Communicates and markets education programs to a broad target audience using appropriate methods, and based on identified/assessed needs.
• Participates in classroom instruction on developed projects.
• Makes recommendations for cost/quality strategies, works within budget; serves as expert resource to staff and departments in defining and meeting educational, clinical, quality and cost outcomes and performance measures.
• Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates/improves the orientation, cross training and education/competency processes/systems for clinical staff.
• Responds to corporate and industry changes in clinical practice and professional education and provides necessary training, education and development which improves organizational performance.
• Ensures compliance and documentation of organizational records based on regulatory agency standards.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of previous teaching experience required or previous recent experience in in-service education in clinical service area (usually two (2) to five (5) years.).

Education

• Bachelors degree or four (4) years of experience in a directly related field.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Registered Nurse License (California)

• International Board Lactation Consultant Examiners Certificate within 12 months of hire

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in breast-feeding education and postpartum and/or mother-baby.
• Knowledge of Standards of Care pertinent to breast-feeding education.
• Adult learning knowledge required.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and group facilitator/process skills.
• Computer literacy required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree preferred.
• CPR instructor preferred.
• Certified Lactation Educator (CLE).
• Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
• BLS
• PALS.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong customer service skills.
• BSN preferred.
• Experience working as an inpatient lactation consultant experience preferred. 

Notes:

• Required to work every other weekend. 

Primary Location: California,Los Angeles,Los Angeles Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Shift: Variable

Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM

Working Hours End: 11:59 PM

Job Schedule: Part-time

Job Type: Standard

Worker Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B21|AFSCME|SCNSC

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Department: Sunset Medical Center – Family Center Perinatal – 0801

Pay Range: $59.6 – $72.94 / hourThe ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.

Travel: No

On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente’s Authorized States policy. 

At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. 

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ABOUT LIMERICK

Limerick Inc., located in Burbank, California is looking for a Part time Registered Nurse/IBCLC/Perinatal Educator to grow with Limerick to service clients in person and virtually. Limerick is a women owned family business supporting new families in the workplace. Limerick designed, patented and manufactured Limerick’s breast pumps.

JOB SUMMARY

Lactation Consultant will coordinate prenatal education class/webinars, postnatal lactation support, lead a support group for new parents. This role encompasses consultation in person (on site) and virtual. This is a part time position 16 – 18 hours a week./

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Lactation Consultant will coordinate prenatal education class/webinars, postnatal lactation support, lead a support group for new parents. This role encompasses consultation in person (on site) and virtual.  This is a part time position 16 – 18 hours a week.  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assesses lactation needs by obtaining medical histories, examining patients, and gathering information about the baby and family setting.
• Analyzes and documents physical, psychological, and social factors in developing an individualized plan of care. Document the plan of care and all pertinent information. Keeps accurate records and updates care whenever conditions, needs, or goals of the patient change.
• Conducts educational webinars for expectant parents including breastfeeding education.
• Participates in and provides educational programs.
• Leads weekly new parent support group.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience in breast-feeding education and postpartum/ and mother-baby.
• Knowledge of Standards of Care pertinent to breast-feeding education
• Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and group facilitator/process skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to be an effective and diplomatic member of Limerick team.

Education and Experience:

• Certification with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• RN license with state of California highly desirable.
• At least three years of clinical experience in maternal/child including lactation consultation required.
• 2 years of teaching experience required.
• 2 years of group facilitator experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch, and smell.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds at times.

Salary based on experience. Pay Scale $40 – $50/hour.
Primary location: Los Angeles
Hours per week: 16 – 20 hours/week
Shift: day shift hours flexible
Job Schedule: Part-time

Limerick is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. 

Please send resume to info@limerickinc.com

Limerick Inc
2150 N. Glenoaks Blvd
Burbank, CA 91504

Narrative Nation, Inc.

Narrative Nation, Inc, a New York City based non-profit that creates narrative-centered technology and multimedia products to address racial disparities in maternal and infant health is expanding its team to advance Black birth equity via our “community first” engagement process.

Irth App

Irth (as in Birth, but we dropped the B for bias) is the first-of-its-kind review and recommendation engine designed for Black and brown women and birthing people to find and leave reviews of Ob/GYNs, birthing hospitals, and pediatricians. The app builds community with a platform for local crowd-sourced peer reviews, while driving transparency and accountability within health systems. On the back end, Irth turns its structured reviews into detailed Black patient experience data, strategic insights, and hospital improvement plans to help health systems “learn from the living” to provide more respectful and equitable care. Learn more at www.irthapp.com.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, community-oriented coordinator to support the growth of community engagement, birth worker support and review collection. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating administrative and community engagement efforts to ensure the Irth App’s strategic growth in Los Angeles. The Community Engagement Coordinator will work closely with the National Community Engagement Manager, National Executive Team, Program Managers, and other staff to establish relationships with community members and organizations and implement engagement strategies that align with the organization’s mission and goals.

The Community Engagement Coordinator is a virtual position that will also oversee recruitment, administrative operations and management of the local Irth Ambassador Program cohort. The Irth Ambassador Program is an innovative model to activate doulas and other birth workers as trusted advocates to help capture Irth reviews while providing wrap-around support and benefits. Learn more about the program, here.

Responsibilities:

• Develop local community engagement strategies and initiatives, alongside national Irth leadership, to devise contacts and partnership with local community-based organizations and businesses to promote the Irth App; monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community strategies and make recommendations for improvement
• Develop and lead in recruitment, hiring and processing for the local Los Angeles Irth Ambassador Cohort, alongside National Irth Leadership
• Lead administrative oversight Los Angeles Irth Ambassador Cohort; such as reviewing monthly stipend requirements, processing payroll, event assignment, event promotion, etc.
• Lead and represent Irth at meetings, birth worker events and community events, and serve as a liaison between the organization and community members
• Develop and maintain a database of community contacts and partnerships
• Oversee and monitor local community events calendar and local community engagement strategies
• Collaborate with Irth Social Media team to lead region on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok presence
• Assist in local budget preparation and maintenance; track and report on spending
• Other duties as needed; flexibility and adaptability as we build a new program is a must

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. communications, marketing, social work, community development) or equivalent work experience
• 1 year experience in the birth worker field (doula, lactation counselor, community health worker, patient care technician, OB technician, etc.)
• Knowledge of community engagement best practices and trends; strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse groups of people
• Proficiency in Google G Suite and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity and comfortability with social media platforms and marketing strategies (Facebook, Instagram & TikTok)
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a virtual team within different time zones
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed

Physical Requirements:

This job may require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 25 pounds. It may also require sitting or standing for extended periods of time and traveling to off-site locations.

Salary and Benefits:

This is a part-time and grant-funded temporary position, with a salary of $35 per hour. There are no benefits associated with this position.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Lade Ehikhamenor, Community Engagment Manager at lehikhamenor@irthapp.com with the subject line “Los Angeles – Community Engagement Coordinator.” In your cover letter, please explain your interest in the position and how your skills and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications listed above. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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