Full Spectrum Doula

The Shoshana, Inc.; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive salary

Job summary

EmpowerMama is a PA Medicaid–enrolled doula agency delivering non-medical perinatal and postpartum support in homes and communities across Pennsylvania.

Joining EmpowerMama means joining a mission-driven team that believes birth equity is achievable for all families. We seek PA Medicaid–enrolled full-spectrum doulas to provide continuous labor and postpartum support, education, advocacy, and culturally competent care with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English; second language preferred.
• Complete full spectrum or postpartum doula training and certification; birth doula certification preferred.
• Must be enrolled as a PA Medicaid provider.
• Reliable transportation for home visits and birth support.
• Strong communication, empathy and organizational skills.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Positive, compassionate, patient, nurturing demeanor; non-judgmental.
• Flexible hours and on-call availability for births.
• Background check clearance required.
• PCB Doula certification or eligible; CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Birth Support: Continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during labor and delivery.
• Emotional Support: Guidance for expectant and new parents through pregnancy and postpartum.
• Physical Comfort: Comfort measures during labor and recovery, aiding rest and personal care.
• Infant Care: Demonstrate newborn care, feeding, diapering and soothing.
• Informational Support: Provide evidence-based information on pregnancy, birth, infant care, breastfeeding, postpartum.
• Advocacy: Help families communicate with healthcare providers and access resources.
• Household Support: Light duties to support recovery and bonding.
• Sibling Support: Help older siblings adjust to new family dynamics.
• Referrals: Connect families with additional resources and services as needed.

Skills

Fluent English

Empathy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Cultural competency

On-call flexibility

Education

Doula training certification

Lactation or breastfeeding consultation certification (preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Full Spectrum Doula - PA Medicaid Approved

About EmpowerMama:

EmpowerMama is a doula agency on a mission to ensure every family - regardless of income or zip code - has access to skilled, compassionate doula care. We work directly with Medicaid-enrolled families across Pennsylvania, bringing evidence-based perinatal and postpartum support into their homes and communities.

Joining EmpowerMama means joining a team of dedicated professionals who believe birth equity is not optional. We foster a collaborative, mission-driven culture where diverse perspectives are valued and every doula plays a meaningful role in transforming maternal health outcomes for the families who need it most.

About the Role:

EmpowerMama is seeking PA Medicaid-enrolled full spectrum doulas to provide non-medical support to families throughout the perinatal and postpartum period, 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.

Compensation:

Employment is open on a contracted basis and compensation is per session of care delivered.

Key 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.

Qualifications:

• Language: Must be fluent in English. Fluency in a second language is preferred.
• 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.
• Certification: Must be PCB Doula certified or eligible.
• CPR: Certification required.

EmpowerMama is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.

Ready to make a lasting impact? Join EmpowerMama and help ensure every family gets the support they deserve.