DUPAGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Salary in the United States

How much does an Breastfeeding Peer Counselor make at companies like DUPAGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT in the United States? The average salary for Breastfeeding Peer Counselor at companies like DUPAGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT in the United States is $55,437 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $47,157 and $63,717. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities2

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What does an Breastfeeding Peer Counselor do at companies like DUPAGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT?

The DuPage County Health Department is looking for someone to join our team as a Peer Mentor in a part-time role, working up to 19 hours per week.

As a Peer Mentor, you will be providing basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum mothers at our Westmont location and in community settings.
  
  • Advises pregnant and breastfeeding mothers during WIC clinics. 
  • Receives a caseload of clients and makes routine periodic contact by telephone, home visits, and/or hospital visits. 
  • Talks with clients individually or in groups about feeding decisions and answers routine breastfeeding questions; provides guidance on initiation of breastfeeding, prevention of and relief of common problems, maintaining milk supply and weaning.
  • Provides information on the effect of foods, medications, and home remedies on lactation within clinical guidelines.
  • Keeps accurate records of client contacts; identifies breastfeeding situations which require assistance and makes appropriate referrals.
  • Attends and assists with prenatal classes; assists with providing breast pumps.
  • Attends staff meetings as needed.
  • Maintains required training, licensure, and/or certification.
  • Adheres to department guidelines for attendance and punctuality.
  • Participates in emergency response activities as assigned.
  • Maintains confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to patient privacy laws.
  • Demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of other ethnic groups and culture.
  • May assist staff in promoting peer counseling through special projects as assigned.
Must have breastfed at least one baby within the last 5 years. 
Bi-lingual, Spanish preferred.   
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$47,157
$63,717
$55,437
The chart shows total cash compensation for the DUPAGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Breastfeeding Peer Counselor in the United States, which includes base, and annual incentives can vary anywhere from $47,157 to $63,717 with an average total cash compensation of $55,437. Total compensation includes the value of any benefits received in addition to your salary and some of the benefits that are most commonly provided within a total compensation package including bonuses, commissions, paid time off, and Insurance. The total cash compensation may get paid differently by industry, location, and other factors.

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About DUPAGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The DuPage County Health Department, founded by public referendum in 1944, works to protect and promote the health of our community. The responsibilities of the Health Department include: preventing epidemics and the spread of disease, protecting against environmental hazards and injuries, promoting and encouraging healthy behaviors, responding to disasters and assisting in recovery, and assuring the accessibility of health services. Among our many services, we offer immunization clinics and dental services, inspect pools and restaurants, educate students about healthy behaviors, investigate d

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