The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
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SLAHP Project Coordinator (International Board Lacation Consultant)
The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
SLAHP Project Coordinator (International Board Lacation Consultant)
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The Project Coordinator supports the WIC Program by providing education and counseling on breastfeeding/chestfeeding, performs health assessments, manages record keeping, and trains site staff.
Description About Us: The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is a leading nonprofit biomedical research organization located in Torrance, California. Affiliated with UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine and partnered with Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, our investigators conduct cutting-edge research in areas including rare diseases, gene and cell therapies, metabolic disorders, and more. Through strong collaborations with community partners, CTSI, and the CIRM Alpha Clinic Network, we translate discoveries into real-world health solutions, improving outcomes for underserved populations and advancing equitable access to innovative treatments. Required Skills & Qualifications:
Qualifications
- The position of Project Coordinator requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Child Development, or related field. Additionally, the position requires a designation as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and registered with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. The Project Coordinator provides high-level administrative and clerical tasks for the WIC Program, including direct participant services for complex breastfeeding/chestfeeding concerns.
- Experience counseling within the context of an accredited Lactation Program is required. Academic background and work experience in early childhood development and health education are required.
- Provides breastfeeding/chestfeeding education and support to breastfeeding/chestfeeding parents with complex situations or concerns following established protocols.
- Provides breastfeeding/chestfeeding counseling and education to high-risk Breastfeeding Program participants referred by WIC staff, including Breastfeeding Peer Counselors, WIC Nutrition Assistants, or Registered Dietitians/Degreed Nutritionists.
- Performs nutrition and health assessments of participants utilizing breastfeeding/chestfeeding services and family members enrolled in the WIC Program.
- Reinforces hospital-based IBCLC care plans when available from Healthcare Providers and consults with physicians or other health professional staff regarding participants utilizing breastfeeding/chestfeeding services who have special health care needs and lactation problems.
- Handles record keeping for the Lundquist WIC electric breast pump loan program and other coordination duties related to the smooth running of the program.
- As directed by the Deputy Chief, Breastfeeding Services provides ongoing training and support to site staff to ensure the smooth operation and integration of breastfeeding/chestfeeding services at the WIC sites.
* If you are unable to apply following our standard procedures and need accommodation, please contact us at (310)222-3616.
Please ensure your application is complete and signed; incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Position requires a background check and health clearance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Drug-Free Workplace
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