Bilingual Breastfeeding Support Specialist

Salt Lake County; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt Lake County seeks a Temporary Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to provide information, counseling and support to WIC prenatal and postpartum participants, with a focus on breastfeeding education and group facilitation. You will manage a caseload, collaborate with healthcare providers, and assist in maintaining a breastfeeding-friendly clinic.

The role requires bilingual English and Spanish fluency, a willingness to complete background checks, and the ability to work within clinic hours across

Qualifications

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish, reading, writing, and speaking fluently without translation tools.
• Has breastfed at least one baby.
• Background check via fingerprinting and RAP Back program required.

Responsibilities

• Provide information, breastfeeding education and support to WIC clients.
• Reference external resources and care providers as needed.
• Teach and facilitate breastfeeding support groups or classes.
• Distribute breast pumps to qualified mothers and document issuance.
• Assist in promoting breastfeeding and related programs.
• Attend trainings to increase knowledge of breastfeeding and WIC.
• Mentor new Breastfeeding Peer Counselors.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Breastfeeding

Basic computer skills

Communication (oral and written)

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

Salt Lake County seeks a Temporary Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to provide information, counseling and support to WIC prenatal and postpartum participants, with a focus on breastfeeding education and group facilitation. You will manage a caseload, collaborate with healthcare providers, and assist in maintaining a breastfeeding-friendly clinic.

The role requires bilingual English and Spanish fluency, a willingness to complete background checks, and the ability to work within clinic hours across