Breast Feeding Peer Counselor (Part-time)

Join Our Team as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (Part-Time) – Brooklyn, NY
Empower. Support. Inspire.

Are you passionate about supporting mothers and babies on their breastfeeding journey? Do you want to make a difference in your community in a meaningful and personal way? We are currently seeking a Part-Time Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to join our WIC team in Brooklyn, NY.

As a Peer Counselor, you’ll provide one-on-one support, encouragement, and information to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, helping them navigate early motherhood with confidence. This is a unique opportunity for someone with personal breastfeeding experience who is enthusiastic about sharing knowledge and building supportive relationships with other women in their community.

What You'll Do:

• Offer encouragement and basic breastfeeding education through phone calls, in-person visits, and group workshops.
  
• Support WIC participants during prenatal and postpartum stages.
  
• Help facilitate breastfeeding support groups and attend community health events.
  
• Maintain accurate records and ensure strict confidentiality.
  
• Work flexible hours outside the traditional 9–5 to meet the needs of new moms.
  
• Participate in trainings, conferences, and team meetings to expand your skills and knowledge.
  

What We're Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous personal breastfeeding experience.
• Completion of Peer Counselor Training (or willingness to complete).
• A current or former WIC participant or a member of the local community.
• Warm, supportive, and nurturing personality.
• Reliable phone access and transportation.
• A genuine passion for helping other women succeed in breastfeeding.

This is more than just a job—it’s a calling. If you are eager to lift up new mothers and promote healthier beginnings for babies in your community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a healthier Brooklyn, one mother at a time.

Compensation details: 20-20 Hourly Wage

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