Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

JobID: 31288

Category: Health Care Services

JobSchedule: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-09-07T05:00:00+00:00

JobShift:

On-site/Remote: On-Site

Full-time| M-F, 8am-4:30pm| $16.25| Weekly earned wage access is an option for this position.

Job Summary: The Breastfeeding Peer Counselor provides basic information and education about breastfeeding using their own experiences with breastfeeding and utilizing the WIC program. You will encourage breastfeeding and provide a positive environment for new mothers. You will report to the Director.

Primary Tasks:

• Serve as clinical expert for lactation and breastfeeding for Choctaw Nation WIC participants, provide education on common misinformation, and address concerns of expectant mothers.

• Contact prenatal and breastfeeding participants monthly either by phone, mail, or in-person visit.

• Provide anticipatory guidance and motivational breastfeeding education materials to prenatal participants.

• Counsel prenatal and breastfeeding participants on a one-to-one basis to help them avoid common breastfeeding problems, by phone or in person.

• Provide thorough documentation of each counseling session.

• Complete referrals on an as needed basis.

• Make hospital and home visits upon request of new mothers, including after hours if requested by the participant.

• Provide support and information to breastfeeding mothers who may need help and encourage them to continue breastfeeding while working or going to school.

• Teach the techniques for cleaning and assembly of breast pumps and the expression and storage of breast milk.

• Perform other responsibilities as may be required.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a breastfeeding mom
• Former or current WIC participant
• Willingness to obtain Certified Breastfeeding Educator certification