State of Florida

Family Support Worker

State of Florida

part-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Fort Walton Beach • Florida • United States

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Salary

💰 $16 per hour

About the role

  • Gives basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding.
  • Helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns.
  • Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by telephone, home visits, and/or hospital visits at scheduled intervals determined by the local WIC Program.
  • Keeps accurate records of all contacts made with WIC mothers.
  • Refers mothers, according to clinic-established protocols, to WIC nutritionist or breastfeeding coordinator.
  • Attends and assists with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups.
  • Attends monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate.
  • Reads assigned books and materials on breastfeeding that are provided by the supervisor.
  • May assist WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through special projects and duties as assigned.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned in support of the Agency’s mission and vision.

Requirements

  • Strong interpersonal and customer services skills
  • Ability to communicate in a professional and courteous manner
  • Knowledge of data entry and/or documentation practices
  • Experience working with computers and basic office equipment
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, etc.)
Benefits
  • State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
  • Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
  • Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
  • Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
  • Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
  • Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
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