Lactation Program Coordinator

Job Summary

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.

Job Requirements

• One year of experience as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is required. Additional experience as a lactation program coordinator is preferred.
• 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.
• THRNP - Licensed as an Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Registered Nurse, or Pharmacist

Skills & Abilities

• 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

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