Postpartum Doula - PA Medicaid Enrolled

The Shoshana • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

About The Shoshana: Join The Shoshana and be part of expanding access to quality maternal healthcare. As a Medicaid-focused doula collective, we're committed to ensuring that all families—regardless of their economic circumstances—receive comprehensive perinatal and postpartum support. Our mission-driven approach brings evidence-based doula care directly to underserved communities across Pennsylvania, creating meaningful change in maternal health outcomes.

Working at The Shoshana means joining a team of dedicated health professionals who believe every family deserves expert care throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. We foster a collaborative culture where diverse expertise is valued and every team member plays a crucial role in supporting families through one of life's most significant transitions.

Make a lasting impact on families who need it most. Join us in breaking down barriers to maternal care.

Job Description: The Shoshana is seeking Pennsylvania Medicaid-enrolled full spectrum doulas to provide non-medical support to families during the perinatal and postpartum period, including birth support. Full spectrum doulas play a crucial role in supporting families throughout pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the early stages of parenthood, ensuring the well-being of both the newborn and the parents through home-based and community care.

Requirements

• Training: Completion of a full spectrum or postpartum doula training program and certification. Birth doula certification preferred. Certification in lactation or breastfeeding consultation 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

• Birth doula certification preferred.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed