Lactation Peer Counselor

Job overview

The Lactation Peer Counselor role is onsite at Children’s Friend locations in Providence, Pawtucket, and Central Falls, RI. Compensation is not specified. The counselor reports to the Nutrition Supervisor and supports the organization’s WIC team. The counselor provides breastfeeding education and support to pregnant and breastfeeding participants, helping families feel informed and supported. The role also contributes to WIC operations through intake, eligibility screening, benefit distribution, documentation, referrals, and community outreach.

What you'll do

• Provide individual and group breastfeeding support in clinic, home, or hospital settings
• offer culturally responsive care
• serve as a resource on lactation topics
• document services and maintain participant records
• support WIC intake, eligibility screening, and benefit distribution
• connect families with community resources
• assist with outreach
• collaborate with the team and participate in supervision and development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lactation peer counselor

providence ri

pawtucket ri

central falls ri

children’s friend

wic

breastfeeding support

lactation education

english and spanish

nutrition supervisor

participant referrals

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package
• opportunities to lead, learn, and grow.

Why this role

Requires English-Spanish bilingual ability and previous breastfeeding experience; the employee must be willing to complete Certified Lactation Counselor training after hire.

About the employer

Children's Friend is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.