Burmese-Speaking Community Doula

Healthier Moms & Babies; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Healthier Moms and Babies in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Burmese-speaking Community Doula to support pregnant individuals and families during the third trimester, labor, delivery, and early postpartum.

This contracted role involves home visits, collaboration with the Women's Wellness Initiative Supervisor, and flexible hours including nights and weekends within Allen County.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Burmese (spoken and written) with ability to interpret between clients and providers.
• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) required.
• Life experience considered in lieu of formal education.
• Willingness to learn childbirth preparation, postpartum care, and newborn basics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prenatal and postpartum visits and be present during labor and delivery when allowed.
• Provide education and resources to families and support during labor and birth.
• Document client visits promptly and accurately.
• Meet with supervisor to review cases and participate in team meetings.
• Respect family birth plans and provide culturally sensitive care.

Skills

Burmese language

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Life Experience

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Our Organization

Healthier Moms and Babies is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to reduce infant mortality and improve outcomes in our community. Healthier Moms and Babies provides several comprehensive programs which are designed to educate, empower, and inspire participants to make positive changes to impact the outcome of the pregnancies, their lives and the lives of their families.

Job Purpose

Healthier Moms and Babies is seeking a Burmese-speaking Community Doula to serve pregnant women and families. As a contracted position through Healthier Moms and Babies (HMB), the Community Doula will report to the Women's Wellness Initiative Supervisor. The doula is trained to provide support to pregnant women during the third trimester, labor and delivery, and early postpartum period. The doula will help families prepare for childbirth, offer continuous support during labor, and assist with recovery and newborn care in the weeks that follow. The doula will serve low-income, high-risk pregnant women in Allen County, visiting them in their home to improve the outcome of pregnancies and reduce infant mortality.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct prenatal and postpartum visits and be present during clients' labor and delivery as mandated by Community Doula program policies
• Support families through education, provide relevant resources, and through labor and delivery
• Provide accurate documentation of client visits in a timely manner
• Meet with supervisor to review cases and attend doula team meetings
• Provide unbiased support, respecting the family's choices regarding their birth plan
• Must work with clients from a variety of cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
• Adhere to all organizational and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
• Participate in in-service training and attend conferences as needed.
• Assist with outreach events related to the doula program as needed
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends on short notice, based on the needs of the families you serve.
• A commitment to focusing on this role without other full-time employment.
• Provide compassionate support to pregnant individuals before, during, and just after childbirth.
• A caring approach with strong communication skills, making it easy to connect with and support clients.

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Life Experience
• Previous experience as a doula or in a similar field is a plus but not required

Licenses & Certificates

HMB will pay for the courses to acquire certifications within a set timeframe. If already certified, proof of certification is required.

• Doula Certification (HMB certifies through ICEA)
• Certified Lactation Consultant
• Community Health Worker Certification
• CPR Training
• Must complete necessary trainings to maintain all required certifications
• A valid Driver's License
• A reliable vehicle for transportation to visit clients in their homes and at the hospital

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Required: Fluent in Burmese (spoken and written; ability to provide clear interpretation and communication between clients and healthcare providers.
• Willingness to learn how to help pregnant women prepare for labor and delivery, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding basics, and newborn care
• Demonstrates integrity in all situations and interactions
• Ability to develop trusting, collaborative, professional relationships with clients, peers, and community members.
• Demonstrates initiative, self-motivation, and pro-active behavior.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and in a tactful, professional manner
• Must have organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple and diverse clients concurrently.
• Some computer use required for this position