WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Position Available In Suffolk, New York

WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Suffolk County Department of Health WIC Program 82 Middle Country Road, Coram, NY 11727 The Suffolk County Department of Health Services WIC Program and Cornell Cooperative Extension are seeking a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to join our team. This position is a paraprofessional support person who gives basic breastfeeding information, support, and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding WIC participants.

Qualifications:

• Must be bilingual in English & Spanish
• Must have breastfeeding experience
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation Peer counselors perform the following job duties: Provide counseling and support throughout the pregnancy and while breastfeeding, utilizing counseling skills acquired during training Be a resource for participants and make connections with other community services Prepare a participant for what to expect at the start of breastfeeding Be available to participants after delivery and when they return home Additional information about the WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor position: • Part-time, benefits included!

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• Job location in the Coram & Patchogue WIC offices
• Starting pay rate is $18.

00 per hour

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person