ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The WIC (Women, Infants, Children) Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is a member of the WIC team within the Division of Public Health, Health and Human Services Department, County of Marin. Under direct supervision and in accordance with established program guidelines, the Peer Counselor provides basic breastfeeding education, encouragement, and peer support to pregnant and breastfeeding participants enrolled in the WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program.
Services are delivered through scheduled phone contacts, WIC clinic visits, hospital visits, and other approved participant interactions. The Peer Counselor maintains an assigned caseload and provides culturally responsive, non-judgmental support to help participants meet their infant feeding goals while recognizing situations that require referral to an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), healthcare provider, or other community resources.
All participant contacts and required documentation are completed in accordance with program standards using California’s WIC WISE system and the Peer Counselor Database (PCDB). The Peer Counselor also participates in breastfeeding promotion activities, community outreach efforts, and team meetings as part of the local WIC program.
As part of onboarding, the Peer Counselor completes required program training designed to provide the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of the position.
There is one (1) part-time (0.8 FTE) WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (bilingual Spanish) position available at this time.
BILINGUAL TESTING / CERTIFICATION
The successful candidate must possess bilingual skills and must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidates possess the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.
ABOUT YOU
OUR HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE
Our highly qualified candidate for the WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor position is dependable, organized, and able to manage responsibilities independently while maintaining accurate and timely records. They demonstrate basic computer proficiency and strong attention to detail in documentation and participant follow-up.
The highly qualified candidate communicates clearly and respectfully and is comfortable working with families from a wide range of cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. They approach participants, colleagues, and community partners with professionalism, compassion, cultural humility, and a non-judgmental attitude.
This individual is enthusiastic about providing peer support and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding participants and is motivated to help families meet their infant feeding goals. They have strong interpersonal skills, effective time management, and the ability to build trust and rapport with participants.
Consistent with program requirements, the ideal candidate is a current or former WIC participant with personal breastfeeding experience and a genuine commitment to supporting other families through shared lived experience.
Bilingual skills in Spanish / English are required for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Breastfeeding promotion and support strategies.
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Normal breastfeeding physiology.
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Nutritional needs of infants and breastfeeding women.
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Infant behaviors.
Ability to:
- Motivate clients to breastfeed their infants.
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Participates and assists with breastfeeding classes and support groups.
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Keep accurate records and create clear, concise reports.
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Communicate with individuals in a culturally diverse, low-income population.
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Establish and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work demonstrating tact, diplomacy, patience, and compassion.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture requirements, all persons appointed to this class are required to attend and pass a 25-hour course titled Loving Support through Peer Counseling provided by the Department of Agriculture within 60 days of appointment to this class. Failure to successfully complete the training may be cause for termination.
Maybe required to work outside of normal working hours.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 4/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
