Program Assistant & Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

WOOD RIVER HEALTH • Hopkinton, RI

11h • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Wood River Health is seeking a part-time (20–24 hours per week) Program Assistant / Breastfeeding Peer Counselor for our WIC Program. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program Assistant / Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (BFPC) is responsible for performing essential clerical and client support duties while providing basic breastfeeding education and encouragement to women throughout their breastfeeding journey.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous breastfeeding experience, required
• The ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• The ability to establish rapport with individuals and small groups

Nice To Haves

• WIC experience or knowledge of the program, preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs all clerical tasks including phone calls, scheduling appointments, confirmations, data entry, and document scanning
• Determines client eligibility based on income and program requirements
• Completes intake measurements such as height, weight, and hemoglobin
• Issues food benefits for clients, ensuring accuracy
• Attends trainings through RI Department of Health
• Provides basic breastfeeding education and support to women before and after delivery
• Required to work in both our Hope Valley and Westerly locations
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED