Breast Feeding Peer Counselor (Part-time)

Breast Feeding Peer Counselor (Part-time)

Brooklyn, NY (

Job Type

Part-time

Description

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 aPart-Time Breastfeeding Peer Counselorto 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.

Requirements

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.

Salary Description

$20.00