Breastfeeding Peer Counselor – WIC Program
Hamilton Health Center
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Harrisburg • Pennsylvania • United States
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About the role
- Provide basic breastfeeding education and ongoing support to WIC mothers
- Maintain a caseload and conduct routine follow-ups (in-person, phone, virtual, home, or hospital visits)
- Assist with common breastfeeding concerns and provide encouragement and guidance
- Document all participant interactions accurately and in compliance with program guidelines
- Refer participants to Nutritionists or supervisors when needs exceed scope of role
- Support prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups
- Connect participants with community resources and services
- Participate in required trainings, meetings, and peer counselor sessions
- Assist with clinic operations, including satellite clinic support as needed
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with all program standards
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Personal experience successfully breastfeeding at least one child (per PA WIC guidelines)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Reliable transportation
- Experience in WIC or a similar community-based role (preferred)
- Familiarity with the PENN Data System (preferred)
- Bilingual (Spanish) (preferred)
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Birthday holiday + 7 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
breastfeeding educationdocumentationcommunity resource connectionclinic operations support
Soft Skills
communicationinterpersonal skillsencouragementguidanceconfidentiality
Certifications
high school diplomaGED