Flexible Part-Time WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Georgia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health - District 2 is seeking a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to support families across Northeast Georgia. In this paraprofessional role under supervision, you will provide breastfeeding education, help with classes, and manage a caseload of program participants.

Responsibilities include documenting interactions, distributing breast pumps, and collaborating with the WIC team to promote health.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus one year of experience in a social services related position.
• Or two years at an accredited college or university with at least 15 credit hours in a social services related field.
• Bilingual Spanish is preferred for communication with participants.

Responsibilities

• Offers limited para-professional breastfeeding support to clients and their families.
• Leads breastfeeding classes for WIC participants.
• Provides basic breastfeeding education and counseling.
• Maintains caseload and accurately documents participant interactions.
• Issues and tracks breast pumps following WIC and Every Mother Support Policy.
• Participates in monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops.
• Supports efforts to promote and protect the health and well-being of residents across Northeast Georgia.
• Manages a caseload of WIC mothers, serving approximately 203 participants per hour worked.
• Provides basic breastfeeding education and support, covering topics such as breastfeeding benefits and common challenges.
• Assists with prenatal and breastfeeding classes, as well as support groups within the WIC clinic.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Basic computer skills

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience in social services

College coursework in social services

Job description

Georgia Department of Public Health - District 2 is seeking a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to support families across Northeast Georgia. In this paraprofessional role under supervision, you will provide breastfeeding education, help with classes, and manage a caseload of program participants.

Responsibilities include documenting interactions, distributing breast pumps, and collaborating with the WIC team to promote health.