Public Health Peer Advocate (Vacancy) Print () Apply Public Health Peer Advocate (Vacancy) Salary See Position Description Location Varies by position Job Type Full-time Funding Limitation Job Number 26-1755-V1 Department 50 Columbus Public Health Division Health Opening Date 02/20/2026 Closing Date 2/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Definition This grant-funded position is responsible for providing breastfeeding education, promotion and support to pregnant and breastfeeding women according to policies and protocols of Columbus Public Health and the Franklin County WIC Program. The role works as a team within a clinic environment and makes referrals to certified lactation staff for issues beyond the scope of practice. Under general supervision, is responsible for providing a bridge between public health providers and clients to facilitate the needs of the clients; performs related duties as required. Starting Pay Range: $21.22 to $23.58 per hour. Special Qualifications: Currently a WIC participant or has been a WIC participant within the last 5 years. Has breastfed at least one baby exclusively for 6 months (does not have to be currently breastfeeding). Is enthusiastic about breastfeeding/wants to help other mothers enjoy a positive experience. Has reliable transportation. Examples of Work (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.) Interacts with clients as peers sharing common experiences, building rapport and trust in order to facilitate their health care needs and improve their quality of life; Shares knowledge based on personal life experiences to provide social, emotional, and practical support, or assistance to clients who share similar life experiences; Provides peer interventions to clients including coping strategies, relapse prevention, and connections to available resources in order to promote recovery; Works in a team setting as one component of the clients' coordinated care, maintaining a relationship with the client that fosters trust and understanding, which is distinct from the provider's role; Promotes better health for clients by providing patient education and information on designated and specific health topics; Helps clients to identify and adopt risk reduction strategies (such as safe sex, drug treatment, needle exchange); Participates in and/or conducts group educational sessions for a specified client population; May travel within the community to visit with clients and groups in a variety of residential and community settings; May communicate with individuals who have limited English language skills; May be assigned to serve as a member of an Incident Command System (ICS) Team, or a similar public health response team which may include the conduct of operations on a 24/7 basis at remote locations. May serve as a department and/or community incident commander or on the incident command team. Minimum Qualifications Completion of the twelfth school grade. Substitution(s): A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of the twelfth school grade requirement. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license. Some positions may require specialized skills or experiential background due to the nature of, or funding requirements for, the program. Test/Job Contact Information Recruitment : 26-1755-V1 Employment Type: Full-time Funding Limitation Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact: Krystie Weist Department of Public Utilities 240 Parsons Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43215 P: (614) 645- 5589 E: kaweist@ The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: Medical Dental Vision Short-term Disability Life Insurance Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information. 01 Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application. Yes No 02 Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements? Yes No 03 Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework. Yes No Required Question Employer City of Columbus Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215 Phone (614) 645-8301 Website Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email
