Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
About The Position
Galveston County Health District is looking for a compassionate Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to support pregnant and breastfeeding mothers through education, encouragement, and one-on-one counseling. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of families in our community! Why Join Us? We offer a career with fantastic benefits, including: Amazing retirement package to secure your future Affordable medical insurance to keep you and your family covered Generous paid time off so you can recharge FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind FREE parking – because the little things matter too!
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Personal breastfeeding experience (breastfed or expressed milk for at least one child)
- Strong enthusiasm for educating and supporting mothers
- Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Valid Texas driver’s license
- Ability to complete required WIC and breastfeeding trainings
- Must comply with immunization and ICS training requirements
- Must pass background check, MVR check, and drug/alcohol screening
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one breastfeeding counseling at WIC clinics, hospitals, and by phone
- Conduct prenatal and postpartum follow-up calls to support breastfeeding success
- Educate mothers on breastfeeding techniques, benefits, and problem prevention
- Address concerns, correct misinformation, and provide ongoing encouragement
- Identify non-routine breastfeeding issues and make appropriate referrals
- Weigh and measure infants/children as part of breastfeeding assessments
- Teach breast pump assembly, use, and cleaning
- Assist with breast pump issuance, tracking, and inventory reporting
- Support training of staff and new Peer Counselors
- Participate in community outreach to promote breastfeeding services
- Provide additional clinic support as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Amazing retirement package to secure your future
- Affordable medical insurance to keep you and your family covered
- Generous paid time off so you can recharge
- FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind
- FREE parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
