WIC Peer Counselor at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany

Hudson, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

19.5

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emotional Support, Breastfeeding Guidance, Anticipatory Support, Community Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Group Facilitation, Collaboration, Community Focus

Industry

Description

Are you passionate about supporting mothers, strengthening families, and promoting healthy communities? At Catholic Charities of Columbia & Greene Counties, this isn’t just a position — it’s a chance to walk alongside families during one of the most important stages of their lives. As a Peer Counselor, you’ll empower mothers, champion breastfeeding, and help build healthier futures for children in our community. Every application is personally reviewed by our HR team or a trained hiring manager. We don’t just fill roles — we thoughtfully build teams that reflect our mission of compassionate service. What You’ll Do As a valued member of our WIC team, you will: * Provide one-on-one emotional support to mothers and their significant others * Offer practical guidance on normal breastfeeding and what to expect * Provide anticipatory support to help prevent common challenges * Advocate for breastfeeding within the community * Support families with cultural sensitivity and awareness * Participate in WIC Breastfeeding Support Groups Your lived experience and encouragement can make all the difference! What We’re Looking For: * Must be a current or former WIC participant * Must have breastfeeding experience * High School Diploma or GED * 1 – 3 years of experience working with diverse populations * Willingness to complete the Peer Counselor Training Program (we provide training) * A collaborative, community-focused mindset What We Offer * Competitive pay: $18.50 – $19.50 per hour * Flexible per diem schedule: 5–10 hours per week * A supportive, mission-driven work environment * The opportunity to make a real, visible impact in your community! We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits: * Employee Assistance Program * Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.) * Exciting referral bonuses * Ongoing training and development * Recognition and Awards * Career Growth * A collaborative team culture Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla] Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf] Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act]

Responsibilities

The Peer Counselor will provide one-on-one emotional support and practical guidance on normal breastfeeding to mothers and their significant others, while also advocating for breastfeeding within the community. Responsibilities include offering anticipatory support to prevent challenges and participating in WIC Breastfeeding Support Groups with cultural sensitivity.