The Black Maternal Health Center of Excellence provides perinatal wraparound services throughout Los Angeles County, including the Antelope Valley.  We are seeking a lactation consultant to support breastfeeding and chestfeeding for Black families in the Antelope Valley. Ideally, this individual will conduct in-person consultations and lactation education as needed.

Highlighted Duties and Responsibilities:

·       Educate, assess, and support parents with techniques, latching, milk supply, and complex feeding challenges to ensure successful nutrition·      

·       Teach expectant and new parents about breastfeeding, pumping, hand expression, and milk storage

·      Identify and manage issues such as nipple pain, engorgement, blocked ducts, or poor infant weight gain

·       Administers surveys (EPDS, PHQ-9, etc) to participants to assess postpartum needs

Minimum Qualifications:

·       International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification

·       Background in nursing, health sciences, or specialized clinical training

·   Experience providing health education in a group or individual setting;

·       Ability to express enthusiasm about breastfeeding and a desire to help parents enjoy a positive experience;

·       Reliable transportation;

·       Commitment and ability to provide Black birthing families with an affirming experience.

All Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science employees and subcontractors are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID 19.