Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, WIC Program

Job overview

The Breastfeeding Peer Counselor role is onsite in Somersworth, NH, with the posting also listing Portsmouth, NH. The part-time position is 8 hours per week and pays $18 per hour. The counselor supports pregnant and breastfeeding mothers through Greater Seacoast Community Health’s WIC Program. The counselor provides encouragement, education, and emotional support, maintains contact with participants, and connects families with appropriate resources. The role helps mothers feel supported and informed during their breastfeeding journey and contributes to community health outreach.

What you'll do

• Provide breastfeeding encouragement, education, and emotional support to WIC participants
• contact pregnant and breastfeeding mothers by phone and follow up
• share practical breastfeeding experience and guidance
• collaborate with WIC staff and healthcare providers
• refer families to appropriate resources
• support community outreach and breastfeeding awareness efforts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

breastfeeding peer counselor

wic program

maternal health

breastfeeding education

peer support

family support

community outreach

somersworth nh

portsmouth nh

greater seacoast community health

part-time

8 hours weekly

$18 per hour

wic experience required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Applicants must have personal experience successfully breastfeeding at least one child and previous participation in or involvement with the WIC program. Reliable transportation is required to travel between WIC sites.

About the employer

GREATER SEACOAST COMMUNITY HEALTH is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Outpatient Care Centers. Sector: 62.