Full Spectrum Doula - PA Medicaid Enrolled - Spanish Speaking

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.

Language: Must be fluent in Spanish. 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. Empower Mama 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 Empower Mama and help ensure every family gets the support they deserve.

Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour