Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Temporary

Oklahoma AG; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma State Department of Health in Shawnee is seeking a part-time Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to provide nutrition education to breastfeeding and pregnant mothers in the clinic. This temporary role supports families in the community through education and outreach.

The position teaches nutrition, interviews patients, reviews charts, and maintains records with a standard Mon–Fri 8–5 schedule. Pay is up to $17.81/hour, based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience requirements consist of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants must provide documentation at the time of application and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Be familiar with nutritional and breastfeeding data and instruction to meet nutritional guidelines of WIC-Breastfeeding.

Responsibilities

• Teaches and assists with nutrition one on one and classroom setting classes to breastfeeding & pregnant mothers.
• Interviews patients and take diet histories.
• Reviews patient medical charts for dietetic and nutritional information.
• Assists nutrition therapists in determining appropriate nutritional care of patients.
• Gives individual diet instructions to patients with normal and modified diets.
• Conducts classes on general nutrition and consumer education.
• Participates in public information and educational activities regarding nutrition.
• Maintains records and prepares reports.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation and record-keeping

Following directions

Interpersonal skills

Breastfeeding nutrition knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Temporary# State of Oklahoma Careers## Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - TemporaryApply: Pottawatomie County: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: November 18, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR67489**Job Posting Title**Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Temporary**Agency**340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH**Supervisory Organization**340 District 6**Job Posting End Date**Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.**Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)****Full/Part-Time**Part time**Job Type**Temporary**Compensation**Salary: up to $17.81 per hour, based on education and experience# **Why you’ll love it here!****RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE.** The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!**Job Description****Location**: Shawnee - 1904 Gordon Cooper Dr**Salary**: up to $17.81 per hour, based on education and experience**Full Time /Part Time**: Part-Time**Work Schedule**: Monday – Friday**Primary Hours**: 8-5**Position Description:**This position provides nutritional education and guidance to breastfeeding and pregnant mothers in the clinic. **Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:*** Teaches and assists with nutrition one on one and classroom setting classes to breastfeeding & pregnant mothers.* Interviews patients and take diet histories.* Reviews patient medical charts for dietetic and nutritional information.* Assists nutrition therapists in determining appropriate nutritional care of patients.* Gives individual diet instructions to patients with normal and modified diets, as directed by a nutrition therapist.* Conducts classes on general nutrition and consumer education.* Participates in public information and educational activities regarding nutrition.* Maintain records and prepare reports.* Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.* Other duties as assigned.**Other Duties*** Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.* Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.**Minimum Qualifications:**Education and Experience requirements consist of a high school diploma or equivalent.**Application Requirements:*** If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.* All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.**Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to record observations and activities; to follow oral and written directions; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Be familiar with nutritional and breastfeeding data and instruction to meet nutritional guidelines of WIC- Breastfeeding.**Physical Demands and Work Environment:**Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position.**Equal Opportunity Employment**The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:Agency Contact