Lactation Consultant

6 months ago


Vaughan, Canada The WOMB Vaughan Full time

The WOMB (World of my Baby) Vaughan is a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, integrative health centre specifically focused on pre & post-natal care as well as babies and families. We are a full service clinic providing reception and admin 6 days / week, furnished treatment rooms, and a warm and nurturing team environment.

We are currently seeking a Lactation Consultant to join our team

**Responsibilities**:

- Assess and document maternal and infant health and infant feeding goals
- Provide infant feeding education and counselling to healthcare providers, families, and the community
- Identify and refer clients to other applicable WOMB practitioners (ie. Osteopathy)
- Teach infant feeding classes and workshops (ie. The WOMB’s infant feeding cafe and prenatal breastfeeding class)
- Develop and maintain up to date infant feeding practices

**Qualifications**:

- IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) certification
- Three to five years of clinical experience in lactation or breastfeeding
- Knowledge of current infant feeding research and evidence-based practice
- BIF Training
- Excellent teaching, communication, and counselling skills
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $75.00-$150.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 - 10 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vaughan, ON L4K 4H1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- I.B.C.L.C. certification (required)

Work Location: In person