Doula

New Moms•Oak Park, IL

2d•$49,000 - $51,000

About The Position

At New Moms, we’re on a mission to empower young moms and their families to thrive and build brighter futures. Through innovative housing, job training, and family support programs, we serve hundreds of families each year across Chicagoland. Position Summary The Community-Based Doula supports healthy pregnancies, promotes breastfeeding, and builds trusting relationships with families before, during, and after birth. Through home visits, group-based services, and labor support, the Doula provides education, advocacy, and non-clinical birth support. This role is based out of our Oak Park office and primarily serves young mothers (ages 24 and under) in the surrounding western suburbs, with cross-coverage for families in Chicago. Location: Oak Park, IL with travel to surrounding western suburbs & Chicago Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week Starting Salary: $49,000 - $51,000 DOQ What a Day Might Look Like Visiting a participant at home to discuss birth plans, comfort measures, or postpartum recovery Providing continuous, non-clinical labor and delivery support in a hospital or birth center Supporting a new parent with breastfeeding initiation and early bonding Facilitating or preparing for a prenatal care group Coordinating with coaches, healthcare providers, and community partners Documenting visits, assessments, and outcomes in required databases Responding to participant needs through phone, text, or the New Moms app Participating in the on-call rotation to support births as they occur

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
DONA and Parents as Teachers certifications preferred (or willingness to obtain on-the-job)
At least 1 year of related experience preferred
Experience working with vulnerable populations and young parents preferred
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Cultural humility and trauma-informed approach
Comfort using computers, Microsoft applications, and case management systems
Valid driver’s license, reliable car, and insurance required
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation at least one week per month

Nice To Haves

Experience collaborating with homeless or public service systems a plus

Responsibilities

Provide labor and delivery support to an annual caseload of approximately 23 participants per year
Conduct weekly prenatal and postpartum home visits using a culturally responsive approach
Deliver education on birth preparation, parenting, child development, and family well-being
Provide emotional support and mental health case management
Facilitate prenatal care groups on a rotating basis and support additional group cycles as needed
Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to connect families to resources
Use digital tools and coaching platforms to maintain participant engagement
Maintain timely and accurate documentation and support program compliance

Benefits

Medical insurance with generous employer contribution
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance – 100% employer-paid
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources
Generous paid time off, as well as 15 paid holidays and half days on Fridays during the summer
403b retirement plan with employer match
Pre-tax transportation benefits
Discounts on Bright Endeavors products
Free spiritual direction services
For licensed employees, you will receive over 20 free CEUs during onboarding and regular free CEUs throughout employment. We will cover the cost of your social work (LSW or LCSW) or professional counselor (LPC or LCPC) state certification/renewal, and will provide licensure supervision hours for staff working towards licensure.