The Certified Lactation Educator is a professional who is certified by the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA). The CLE plays a critical role in providing lactation support and education to the patients, staff, providers and breastfeeding mothers in the hospital and community. Responsibilities include offering informational, emotional, and p ractical support of breastfeeding. The CLE acts as a public advocate, as well as ensures access to International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC). The CLE acts as a role model and change agent in supporting a breastfeeding friendly culture within the hospital and community. The CLE may use their training to augment other positions, such as a registered nurse.



Qualifications

SKILLS



Required: Requires intense attention and concentration. Good visual, verbal, hearing skills, analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of personality types, ages and diverse cultural backgrounds in a rapidly changing environment. Ability to utilize various computer programs.


Preferred: Bilingual



EXPERIENCE:


Required: 2 years experience working in a health-related field


Preferred: 2 yeas experience as a Certified Lactation Educator, an RN in a maternal child health setting, or other health related field preferred



EDUCATION/DEGREE:


Required: Graduation from an associate degree program in a health-related field required.


Preferred: Graduate from a BSN accredited nursing degree program, licensure as a registered nurse to practice in the state of Massachusetts.



LICENSURE, CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS:


Required: Certification as a IBCLC by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners


Preferred: Member of the International Lactation Consultant Association



EEO Statement

Salem Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.