Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Starting pay range: $18.3028 - $20.0697 per hour

Location: Bloomington, IL

Schedule: Part-time, approx. 22.75 hours per week

About the Role

McLean County Health Department is seeking a compassionate and motivated Breastfeeding Peer Counselor to support new and breastfeeding mothers. This role is part of our Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program and focuses on providing guidance, encouragement, and resources to help mothers reach their breastfeeding goals.

If you are passionate about helping families thrive and have personal breastfeeding experience, we’d love to have you on our team.

What You’ll Do

• Provide support and encouragement to breastfeeding and new mothers in McLean County
• Answer questions about breastfeeding and pumping, and offer practical guidance
• Share resources, supplies, and referrals to other breastfeeding experts as needed
• Conduct home and hospital visits; provide after-hours support when needed
• Assist with Milk Depot operations, including accepting and shipping donated breast milk
• Maintain breastfeeding room and educational materials
• Participate in the State Breastfeeding Task Force and community events to promote breastfeeding

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Personal breastfeeding experience within the last 5 years (required)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Comfortable working with diverse populations and engaging with the community

Work Environment

This position involves light physical work (lifting up to 20 lbs occasionally) and requires the ability to make sound decisions, maintain accurate records, and provide compassionate support. Work is performed in a safe and secure environment, with occasional travel for visits and community events.

Why Join Us?

At McLean County Health Department, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families, while working in a supportive and mission-driven environment.

This part-time position qualifies for certain benefits:

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• County provided Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Identity Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension)
• $18.3028 - $27.9844 per hour

About McLean County Government

McLean County Government takes pride in serving our dynamic and fast-growing community. We provide a wide range of services, including public safety, criminal justice, road and bridge maintenance, animal safety and adoptions, vital records management, personal health services, food safety inspections, and park management. Our dedicated team of over 800 employees work across 25 departments to ensure the well-being and growth of our community.

To learn more about McLean County Government and career opportunities, please visit https://mcleancountyil.gov/.

Ready to Make a Difference?

• If applying through a third party job board, please fill out an application via McLean County Government’s Job Board located at https://www.mcleancountyil.gov/2068/Jobs

Confidentiality of your application is maintained upon request.

McLean County Government is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.