Peer Advocate - HSOM

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a Peer Advocate to support mothers of extremely preterm infants in overcoming challenges related to breast milk expression. This position will play a vital role in providing information, encouragement, and guidance to mothers, helping them navigate barriers and improve their breastfeeding experience.

• Provide peer support, encouragement, and education to mothers of extremely preterm infants regarding breast milk expression.
• Assist in identifying and addressing barriers that may impact a mother’s ability to express milk.
• Share resources and best practices related to breastfeeding management and advocacy.
• Work closely with the Neonatology team to ensure mothers receive the appropriate support and education.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with patients and families.
• Document interactions and provide updates to the supervising professor and medical team as needed.

• Experience in breastfeeding advocacy, lactation support, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to provide compassionate and patient-centered support.
• Personal experience with breastfeeding or supporting others in lactation management is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with medical professionals and families.
• Must be available to work part-time as assigned through UAB Temporary Services.

• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification is a plus.
• Experience working in a hospital, neonatal, or maternal health setting.
• Knowledge of challenges specific to breastfeeding mothers of preterm infants.

• Experience in breastfeeding advocacy, lactation support, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to provide compassionate and patient-centered support.
• Personal experience with breastfeeding or supporting others in lactation management is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with medical professionals and families.
• Must be available to work part-time as assigned through UAB Temporary Services.

• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification is a plus.
• Experience working in a hospital, neonatal, or maternal health setting.
• Knowledge of challenges specific to breastfeeding mothers of preterm infants.

UAB Temporary Services accepts applications from individuals with a wide variety of skills, education, and experiences. Temporary positions may be with the University, UAB Medicine or other UAB affiliates.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. UAB is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 protects individuals from discrimination based on sex in any educational program or activity operated by recipients of federal financial assistance. As required by Title IX, UAB does not discriminate based on sex in its educational programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator is Andrea McDew, 701 20th Street South, Suite 1030, Birmingham, AL 35233, 205-934-5493, amcdew@uab.edu.