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Breast Feeding Peer Counselor (Part-time)

Part-time

BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers

Brooklyn, NYPart-time$20/hrSeen 6mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20/hr
Location
Brooklyn, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Join the WIC team in Brooklyn as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, providing one‑on‑one support, education, and encouragement to pregnant and new mothers through phone calls, home visits, and group workshops, while maintaining records and attending community health events.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Breastfeeding EducationPeer CounselingGroup FacilitationRecord KeepingConfidentialityWarm Supportive PersonalityReliable Phone AccessTransportationGenuine Passion for Helping Others

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCompletion of Peer Counselor TrainingCurrent or Former WIC Participant or Member of Local Community

Full job description

Breast Feeding Peer Counselor (Part-time)

Brooklyn, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=408+Rockaway+Avenue+Brooklyn+NY+USA+11212)

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

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