Birth & Postpartum Doula - PA Medicaid Enrolled

The Shoshana•Bala Cynwyd, PA

4d•$47,000 - $52,000

About The Position

EmpowerMama is seeking PA Medicaid-enrolled full spectrum doulas to provide non-medical support to families throughout the perinatal and postpartum period, including labor and delivery. You will deliver home-based and community care that supports the physical, emotional, and informational needs of families from pregnancy through the early weeks of parenthood.

Requirements

Training: Completion of a full spectrum or postpartum doula training program and certification. Birth doula certification preferred.
Medicaid Enrollment: Must be enrolled as a PA Medicaid provider (required).
Transportation: Reliable transportation required for home visits and birth support throughout service area.
Skills: Strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills. Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.
Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of pregnancy, birth, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn health.
Personality: Positive attitude, compassionate, patient, and nurturing demeanor. Empathetic and non-judgmental approach to supporting families.
Hours: Must be able to work flexible hours, including on-call availability for births.
Background: Must be able to pass a background check.
CPR: Certification required.

Nice To Haves

Certification in lactation or breastfeeding consultation preferred.

Responsibilities

Birth Support: Providing continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during labor and delivery.
Emotional Support: Offering emotional support and reassurance to expectant and new parents, helping them navigate the challenges of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.
Physical Comfort: Assisting with comfort measures during labor and physical recovery after childbirth, including providing opportunities for rest and personal care.
Infant Care: Demonstrating newborn care techniques, such as feeding, diapering, and soothing the baby.
Informational Support: Providing evidence-based information on pregnancy, birth options, infant care, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery.
Advocacy: Acting as an advocate for families, helping them communicate with healthcare providers and access necessary resources.
Household Organization: Assisting with light household duties to allow parents to focus on their recovery and bonding with the baby.
Sibling Support: Helping older siblings adjust to the new family dynamics and providing care if needed.
Referrals: Connecting parents with additional resources and support services as needed.