Birth & Postpartum Doula - PA Medicaid Enrolled
The Shoshana
Location
Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania
Quick overview
The postpartum doula will provide non-medical support to families during the perinatal and postpartum period, including birth support. Key responsibilities include emotional and physical support during labor, infant care, and connecting families with resources.
Requirements summary
Candidates must complete a full spectrum or postpartum doula training program and be enrolled as a PA Medicaid provider. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse populations are essential.
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.
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
- 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.
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.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Flexible Schedule
- Free Uniforms
- Opportunity For Advancement