Hourly WIC Buddy Specialist (SSTW)
Georgia Department of Public Health, Albany, GA, United States
Description
We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well‑being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
Benefits What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia residents
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long‑term career
Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role
Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Location North Georgia Health District (WIC Department) – Dalton, GA.
Position Details This is an hourly position that works a maximum of 29 hours per week.
Job Responsibilities
Monitor and coordinate the local agency activities of the WIC Buddy Program
Market and promote the WIC Buddy Program
Recruit WIC participants to the Buddy Program
Actively monitor the clinic's on‑site list/daily schedule to recruit participants
Inform WIC staff and participants about overall program expectations and promotional activities
Coordinate and schedule paired WIC Buddy connections
Distribute and collect WIC Buddy consent forms
Promote the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program and refer participants
Utilize reports to promote, recruit, and maintain Buddy Program activities
Assess WIC Buddy matching criteria to identify potential WIC Buddy pairs
Maintain regular contact with each WIC Buddy pair according to their preference
Manage and monitor the local agency's Georgia WIC Buddy Tracker for updating
Complete quarterly WIC Buddy program reports
Participate in WIC Buddy Program meetings/calls
Assist local and state agency with identifying barriers and finding effective solutions to enhance engagement in all components of the WIC Buddy Program project
Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year competency as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Completion of the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum Level I and II
Additional Skills or Experience
Caseload management
Counseling skills
Supporting mother‑baby dyad
Breastfeeding promotion
Developing, implementing and facilitating training
Organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Knowledge of GA WIC policies and procedures
Preferred Qualifications
Two years at an accredited college or university with at least 15 credit hours in a social service related field
Expertise with social marketing campaigns, management of professional social media platforms and social media analytics
Experience with data collection and management
Experience with the Peer Counselor Database System (PCDB)
Excellent judgement and creative problem solving skills
Ability to coach others to set priorities
Strong planning and facilitation skills
Analytical skills and ability to create reports for stakeholders
Ability to work effectively in high stress and changing environment
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Additional Information Employment Information: Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. CBH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE). All positions require a criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment. Some positions require pre‑employment drug testing. As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529‑5757. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at www.nghd.org. CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Benefits What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia residents
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long‑term career
Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role
Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Location North Georgia Health District (WIC Department) – Dalton, GA.
Position Details This is an hourly position that works a maximum of 29 hours per week.
Job Responsibilities
Monitor and coordinate the local agency activities of the WIC Buddy Program
Market and promote the WIC Buddy Program
Recruit WIC participants to the Buddy Program
Actively monitor the clinic's on‑site list/daily schedule to recruit participants
Inform WIC staff and participants about overall program expectations and promotional activities
Coordinate and schedule paired WIC Buddy connections
Distribute and collect WIC Buddy consent forms
Promote the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program and refer participants
Utilize reports to promote, recruit, and maintain Buddy Program activities
Assess WIC Buddy matching criteria to identify potential WIC Buddy pairs
Maintain regular contact with each WIC Buddy pair according to their preference
Manage and monitor the local agency's Georgia WIC Buddy Tracker for updating
Complete quarterly WIC Buddy program reports
Participate in WIC Buddy Program meetings/calls
Assist local and state agency with identifying barriers and finding effective solutions to enhance engagement in all components of the WIC Buddy Program project
Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year competency as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Completion of the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum Level I and II
Additional Skills or Experience
Caseload management
Counseling skills
Supporting mother‑baby dyad
Breastfeeding promotion
Developing, implementing and facilitating training
Organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Knowledge of GA WIC policies and procedures
Preferred Qualifications
Two years at an accredited college or university with at least 15 credit hours in a social service related field
Expertise with social marketing campaigns, management of professional social media platforms and social media analytics
Experience with data collection and management
Experience with the Peer Counselor Database System (PCDB)
Excellent judgement and creative problem solving skills
Ability to coach others to set priorities
Strong planning and facilitation skills
Analytical skills and ability to create reports for stakeholders
Ability to work effectively in high stress and changing environment
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Additional Information Employment Information: Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. CBH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE). All positions require a criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment. Some positions require pre‑employment drug testing. As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529‑5757. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at www.nghd.org. CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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