Lactation Consultant (Mat leave Coverage)

Key duties and responsibilities

Maintain and handle confidential information appropriately, maintaining a working knowledge of best practices with applicable Acts. Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019). Conducts assessments, identifying and consulting on basic and complex breastfeeding problems. Provides individual and group lactation support services, including lactation education, in-clinic lactation visits, and follow-up phone and email support Provides breastfeeding education and counseling to healthcare providers, families, and the community Identifies and refers clients to appropriate community resources Develops and teaches breastfeeding classes and workshops Develops and maintains breastfeeding practices Provides a culturally safe and trauma-informed perspective in consultation with health care team members to enable patients to access the services they need. Uses evidence-based resources, reference guides, in-services and workshops, to keep knowledge, procedures, and certification up to date. Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings and committees.

Qualifications

International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) is required BC Lactation Consultant Association membership is an asset Minimum of two years of recent related experience as a lactation consultant working with families representing a range of breastfeeding ages or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; Experience working with populations experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges, or with histories of trauma, and/or have structural barriers to health; Knowledge of community and public health resources; Adheres to trauma and violence-informed practice including cultural sensitivity and humility Able to use and exercise sound judgment English communication skills, other languages an asset; Able to recognize patient and community needs and develop appropriate resources to meet social and emotional needs Interpersonal skills Problem-solving skills Able to manage stress and work under pressure Able to work independently and with a team Physical ability to perform the duties of the position; sitting, standing, bending, and ability to lift 10 kg. Tactful, discrete, diplomatic, patient, flexible Knowledge and experience using MS Office suite, standard office equipment, and EMR software Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

HOURS

This is a part-time position until January 31, 2028, to cover staff on mat leave. The successful candidate is expected to work 3 days per week (Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 7.5hrs/day) The successful candidate must be able to commute to the Edmonds Clinic location.

Compensation

$40.20 - $45.81 per hour

Benefits

Employees with an employment contract, offering at least 17.5 hours of work per week for at least one (1) year, are eligible for extended health, dental, life insurance, dependents life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability benefits upon their contract start date. Enrollment in the Employee and Family Assistance Program and optional enrollment in RRSP will take effect on the first day of the month that follows the start date. Benefit premiums are paid by employee/MOSAIC based on a cost-sharing formula of 20/80% of the cost.

Deadline: Open until filled

Important notes

MOSAIC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, spaces, and abilities to apply. Before applying, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada through citizenship or permanent resident status. If you have a work permit, please ensure that it allows you to work for the duration of this position. We are committed to creating a safe and healthy working environment for our employees. MOSAIC employees are expected to adhere to several policies and procedures such as Right to a Respectful Workplace and Code of Conduct. As of September 18, 2023, MOSAIC’s HSS-21 COVID-19 Vaccination Policy is currently suspended. Therefore, until further notice, employees are no longer required to provide a proof of vaccination. However, should circumstances change and MOSAIC deems it necessary to reinstate such Policy in order to ensure a safe workplace, MOSAIC reserves the right to require employees to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing their work duties.