Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (WIC) - Jefferson County Department of Health

TARGET CLOSE DATE:

06/29/2026

PAY GRADE:

Grade 8

TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY:

Jefferson County Department of Health is seeking a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (WIC) to be responsible for providing breastfeeding support to pregnant and breastfeeding WIC participants by offering education, references to professional resources, and encouragement to assist parents in initiating and continuing their breastfeeding journey. Employees in this job class are also expected to perform various administrative activities by creating and updating files and documents, as well as tracking information using various forms and computer systems to maintain accurate records and document organizational and departmental activities. Breastfeeding Peers Counselors are expected to provide support services both in person and remotely via virtual sessions and/or phone calls. Additionally, they engage in activities designed to ensure professional development, stay informed about advancements in the field, and maintain knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and guidelines.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The Jefferson County Department of Health provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan
(pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this
job is presented below:

$14.37 - $22.29

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Experience breast/chest feeding at least one baby for a minimum of six (6) months.

• Successful completion of a WIC approved breastfeeding support training course upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by the Jefferson County Department of Health. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes.

• Previous participation in the WIC program.

• Experience working in a remote position providing services using various virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, phone).

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Performs various administrative activities by creating and updating files and documents, and tracking information using various forms and computer systems in order to maintain records and document organization/department activities.

• Provides breastfeeding support to pregnant and breastfeeding WIC participants by providing education, references to professional resources, and encouragement to assist parents in initiating and continuing their breastfeeding journey.

• Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines.

• Assists in the facilitation of breastfeeding support groups and classes to provide information to breastfeeding families.

• Assists WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through special projects, such as World Breastfeeding Week, and duties as assigned.

• Adheres to WIC Breastfeeding curricula and NH Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Job is a part-time position. Work is conducted both remotely and on-site within medical clinics or client homes. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. Work involves the use of virtual meeting software.

EEO STATEMENT:

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION:

NOTE:

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

DISCLAIMER:

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required for this position and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.