Childbirth Educator - Mindfulness-Based Childbirth & Parenting (Per Diem)

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Cambridge, MA

1d • $66 - $69 • Onsite

About The Position

This Childbirth Educator (CBE) position is predominantly focused on teaching the Mindfulness-based Childbirth & Parenting course, but may also be asked to teach additional courses as needed by the department. This position is per diem, with various shifts available. Classes are offered weekday evenings and weekends. Childbirth Educators must be available to teach at least two classes per month. In this role, you will participate in the teaching, planning and evaluation of the parent education materials at Mount Auburn Hospital. This role will primarily interact with patients and their families. This position will report to the Administrative Manager of the OBGYN department and will collaborate with other members of the OBGYN community.

Requirements

• Current certification as a Child Birth Educator by any nationally recognized certification program such as CAPPA or ICEA is preferred. If not currently certified, must be in the process of obtaining certification within six to twelve months.
• 2 years of experience teaching group community and/or workplace childbirth education programs or working with perinatal patients is preferred.
• Educational training normally acquired through a four year program is preferred.
• Consistently promote a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in the organization's WE CARE values.
• Demonstrated commitment and actions to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• General physical expectations of being able to lift a minimum of five pounds and being able sit/stand.
• Ability to use and utilize AV equipment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and communicate to participants a common philosophy of childbirth education, as evidenced by usage of common education material.
• Establish collegial relationship with other instructors to promote a professional and productive work environment.
• Participate in the development of educational/materials/presentations for families.
• Participate in curriculum planning, scheduling of classes and updating information and programs.
• Maintain current knowledge and teaching skills in parent education.
• Presents material in a clear and understandable manner.

Benefits

• The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level