Georgia Department of Public Health
WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor-Part Time
Georgia Department of Public Health - Forsyth, Georgia, United States, 31029
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Overview
Salary:
$16.00 Hourly Location :
Forsyth County - Cumming, GA Job Type:
Part Time Hourly Job Number:
2025-10122 Division/Section:
District 2 County Position Unit:
District 2 - County WIC Opening Date:
03/14/2025 Closing Date:
3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Locations to be served: Hall, Forsyth or Dawson county Recruitment:
This position is open to all qualified applicants Pay Grade: F Hours : Flexible- up to 28 hours per week Requisition: 2025-10122
*All WIC positions are subject to travel with the District as needed*
**This position will require some evening and weekend work**
WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding information and support, nutritious foods and referrals to health and other social services at no charge to Georgia families that qualify. District 2 Public Health serves 13 counties in northeast Georgia, including Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White counties. One of the fastest growing regions in the state, District 2 includes rural and urban communities with diverse public health challenges.
The mission of public health is to promote and protect the health of people in Georgia wherever they live, work and play. We embrace this mission by serving individuals, families, and communities to improve their health and enhance their quality of life.
Come join the team that's changing the face of public health. We are improving the health of Georgia one community at a time. We are focused on understanding community health challenges and developing smart solutions that allow us to make an impact in our community. We are a team of intelligent and committed individuals who are passionate about public health and serving northeast Georgia. If you want to make a difference in public health, you should join our team. Job Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, provides a broad range of paraprofessional social services to patients/clients/consumers and their families. Conducts patient/client/consumer intakes, participates in treatment team planning, and performs crisis intervention.
Essential Functions (include but are not limited to): Offers limited para-professional breastfeeding support to clients and their families. Assists in leading breastfeeding classes for WIC participants. Provides individualized, basic breastfeeding education and counseling both within and outside WIC clinics. Maintains caseload and accurately documents participant interactions in accordance with Every Mother and District 2 Public Health WIC guidelines. Issues and tracks breast pumps following WIC and Every Mother Support Policy. Participates in monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate Supports efforts to promote and protect the health and well-being of residents across Northeast Georgia. Manages a caseload of WIC mothers, serving approximately 203 participants per hour worked. Provides basic breastfeeding education and support, covering topics such as breastfeeding benefits and common challenges. Assists with prenatal and breastfeeding classes, as well as support groups within the WIC clinic. Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED AND One year of experience in a social services related position OR
Two years at an accredited college or university with at least 15 credit hours in a social services related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Must be a current or former WIC participant Must have breastfed at least one child for a minimum of six months Previous Peer Counseling Experience Bilingual: fluent in writing and speaking Spanish Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or Certified Lactation Educator (CLE) Passionate about breastfeeding and committed to supporting new mothers. Ability to work up to 28 hours per week. Reliable transportation. Basic computer skills.
Additional Information
To be considered for employment at District 2 Public Health you must complete an online application. This job application can be found at . Click on "About DPH" and then "Careers", locate position then click "Apply" to begin your application. Please make sure you have selected the specific job you are interested in and qualified for. You will receive an email or telephone call if you are selected to participate in the interview process. Please do not send hard copies of application materials. All information can be uploaded to the online system.
Applications must include an email address and daytime phone number where applicant can be reached. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal records check (fingerprinting). In accordance with Georgia's Drug Free Workplace Act, it has been determined that certain positions warrant pre-employment drug testing.
As an employee of D2PH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
District 2 Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information regarding employment with District 2 Public Health please visit our website at . N/A
$16.00 Hourly Location :
Forsyth County - Cumming, GA Job Type:
Part Time Hourly Job Number:
2025-10122 Division/Section:
District 2 County Position Unit:
District 2 - County WIC Opening Date:
03/14/2025 Closing Date:
3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Locations to be served: Hall, Forsyth or Dawson county Recruitment:
This position is open to all qualified applicants Pay Grade: F Hours : Flexible- up to 28 hours per week Requisition: 2025-10122
*All WIC positions are subject to travel with the District as needed*
**This position will require some evening and weekend work**
WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding information and support, nutritious foods and referrals to health and other social services at no charge to Georgia families that qualify. District 2 Public Health serves 13 counties in northeast Georgia, including Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White counties. One of the fastest growing regions in the state, District 2 includes rural and urban communities with diverse public health challenges.
The mission of public health is to promote and protect the health of people in Georgia wherever they live, work and play. We embrace this mission by serving individuals, families, and communities to improve their health and enhance their quality of life.
Come join the team that's changing the face of public health. We are improving the health of Georgia one community at a time. We are focused on understanding community health challenges and developing smart solutions that allow us to make an impact in our community. We are a team of intelligent and committed individuals who are passionate about public health and serving northeast Georgia. If you want to make a difference in public health, you should join our team. Job Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, provides a broad range of paraprofessional social services to patients/clients/consumers and their families. Conducts patient/client/consumer intakes, participates in treatment team planning, and performs crisis intervention.
Essential Functions (include but are not limited to): Offers limited para-professional breastfeeding support to clients and their families. Assists in leading breastfeeding classes for WIC participants. Provides individualized, basic breastfeeding education and counseling both within and outside WIC clinics. Maintains caseload and accurately documents participant interactions in accordance with Every Mother and District 2 Public Health WIC guidelines. Issues and tracks breast pumps following WIC and Every Mother Support Policy. Participates in monthly staff meetings and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate Supports efforts to promote and protect the health and well-being of residents across Northeast Georgia. Manages a caseload of WIC mothers, serving approximately 203 participants per hour worked. Provides basic breastfeeding education and support, covering topics such as breastfeeding benefits and common challenges. Assists with prenatal and breastfeeding classes, as well as support groups within the WIC clinic. Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED AND One year of experience in a social services related position OR
Two years at an accredited college or university with at least 15 credit hours in a social services related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Must be a current or former WIC participant Must have breastfed at least one child for a minimum of six months Previous Peer Counseling Experience Bilingual: fluent in writing and speaking Spanish Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or Certified Lactation Educator (CLE) Passionate about breastfeeding and committed to supporting new mothers. Ability to work up to 28 hours per week. Reliable transportation. Basic computer skills.
Additional Information
To be considered for employment at District 2 Public Health you must complete an online application. This job application can be found at . Click on "About DPH" and then "Careers", locate position then click "Apply" to begin your application. Please make sure you have selected the specific job you are interested in and qualified for. You will receive an email or telephone call if you are selected to participate in the interview process. Please do not send hard copies of application materials. All information can be uploaded to the online system.
Applications must include an email address and daytime phone number where applicant can be reached. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal records check (fingerprinting). In accordance with Georgia's Drug Free Workplace Act, it has been determined that certain positions warrant pre-employment drug testing.
As an employee of D2PH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
District 2 Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information regarding employment with District 2 Public Health please visit our website at . N/A