Full-Spectrum Birth & Postpartum Doula — PA Medicaid

The Shoshana, Inc.; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

EmpowerMama is seeking PA Medicaid-enrolled full spectrum doulas to provide non-medical support to families from pregnancy through the early weeks of parenthood, 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.

Join EmpowerMama’s mission-driven team that prioritizes birth equity, collaboration, and culturally competent care across

Qualifications

• Completion of a full spectrum or postpartum doula training program and certification.
• Birth doula certification preferred.
• Certification in lactation or breastfeeding consultation preferred.
• Must be enrolled as a PA Medicaid provider (required).
• Reliable transportation for home visits and birth support throughout service area.
• Strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of pregnancy, birth, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn health.
• Positive, compassionate, patient, and nurturing demeanor; empathetic and non-judgmental approach.
• Able to work flexible hours, including on-call availability for births.
• Must pass a background check.
• CPR certification required.

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.
• Physical Comfort: Assisting with comfort measures during labor and recovery after childbirth.
• 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 and helping them access resources.
• Household Organization: Assisting with light household duties to support recovery and bonding.
• Sibling Support: Helping older siblings adjust to the new family dynamics.
• Referrals: Connecting parents with additional resources and support services.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Organizational skills

Cultural competency

Diversity awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Birth doula certification

Full spectrum/postpartum doula training

Lactation or breastfeeding consultant certification

Job description

EmpowerMama is seeking PA Medicaid-enrolled full spectrum doulas to provide non-medical support to families from pregnancy through the early weeks of parenthood, 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.

Join EmpowerMama’s mission-driven team that prioritizes birth equity, collaboration, and culturally competent care across