Breastfeeding Peer

Job overview

The Breastfeeding Peer role is onsite in Millersburg, OH, and is part-time, working 10–16 hours per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; occasional evenings and weekends may be needed. Compensation is not specified. The role supports the Holmes County General Health District’s WIC program and its pregnant and breastfeeding participants. The peer provides basic breastfeeding information, encouragement, and one-on-one support, helping participants address common concerns and connecting them with health professionals or community resources when needed. The role also contributes to classes, outreach, follow-up, and program reporting.

What you'll do

• Provide basic breastfeeding information and one-on-one support to pregnant and breastfeeding WIC participants
• arrange home visits as needed
• refer participants to health professionals or community resources when appropriate
• provide infant-feeding classes
• complete participant follow-up, WIC records, grant paperwork, and reporting
• participate in outreach and maintain client confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

breastfeeding support

wic

peer support

pregnancy support

infant feeding classes

home visits

community outreach

millersburg oh

holmes county general health district

tuesday wednesday thursday

10–16 hours per week

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Part-time employees are eligible for prorated vacation, sick time, and holidays, as well as OPERS and a flexible, family-friendly work environment.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, current or former WIC participation, and having exclusively or substantially breastfed one infant for at least six months. Prior WIC experience is a plus.

About the employer

Holmes County General Health District is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Public Health Programs. Sector: 92.