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Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital Urgent and Outpatient Care in Carrollton and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Mercy Hospital Health Center of North Canton is part of Mercy Hospital, which officially became a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021.

As a Breast Feeding Peer Helper, you will provide basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers who participate in WIC. You will educate patients on how to properly breastfeed as well as the benefits of doing so. Not only will you see patients in person, but you will also work with mothers over the phone. This is a great opportunity for a mother who is passionate about breastfeeding and wants to share their passion with other mothers and mothers-to-be.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00AM - 4:30PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Provide pregnant and postpartum WIC participants with breastfeeding support.

+ Provide appropriate breastfeeding referrals for issues beyond their scope of practice.

+ Complete six hours of continuing education per year.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Valid Ohio driver's license

+ Has breastfed an infant exclusively or substantially for at least six months

+ Former or current WIC participant OR eligible for WIC services

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Physical Demands

+ Sedentary work: Prolonged periods of sitting and exert up to 10lbs force occasionally.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $15.00

Maximum hourly: $18.44

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities