Breast Feeding Educator

Job Purpose / Objective

Responsible for the delivery of quality orientation, training and educational activities to patients for basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Participate in the process of establishing standards to ensure that breastfeeding training programs are developed in accordance with the overall direction.
• Identify breastfeeding learning needs of patients and participate in setting plans and objectives to meet these needs.
• Design the development and implementation of instructional and reference materials related to breastfeeding.
• Participate in organizing and takes part in seminars / workshops / activities towards enhancing professional development.
• Visit new mothers and provide on regular basis counselling, breastfeeding information and trainings and support new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding.
• Help mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns.
• Respect each participant by keeping her information strictly confidential.
• Attend and assist with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups.
• Participate in person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG.
• Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect and dignity.
• Perform other applicable task and duties assigned within the realm of his / her knowledge, skills and abilities.

Education / Professional Qualification

Experience

Professional Licensing / Certification / Training

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