Doula

New Moms

Community-Based Doula supporting healthy pregnancies and young families in Chicago. Providing education, advocacy, and labor support through home visits and group services.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $49,000 - $51,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

labor supportdelivery supportbreastfeeding educationpostpartum carecase managementculturally responsive approachemotional supportmental health supportdocumentationparticipant engagement

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillswritten communicationcultural humilitytrauma-informed approachcollaborationsupportive communicationempathyorganizationflexibilityproblem-solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft applicationscase management systemsNew Moms appdigital toolscoaching platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaDONA certificationParents as Teachers certificationIL Doula Medicaid Certification

Industry Keywords

prenatal carepostpartum recoveryvulnerable populationsyoung parentscommunity partnerspublic service systemsbirth plansnewborn carefamily well-beinghome visits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Visiting a participant at home or community to discuss pregnancy, birth plans, comfort measures, newborn care and postpartum recovery
Providing continuous, non-clinical labor and delivery support in a hospital or birth center
Supporting a new parent with breastfeeding initiation and early bonding
Facilitating or preparing for a prenatal care group
Coordinating with coaches, healthcare providers, and community partners
Documenting visits, assessments, and outcomes in required databases
Responding to participant needs through phone, text, or the New Moms app
Participating in the on-call rotation to support births as they occur
Provide labor and delivery support to an annual caseload of approximately 23 participants per year
Conduct weekly prenatal and postpartum home visits using a culturally responsive approach
Deliver education on birth preparation, parenting, child development, and family well-being
Provide emotional support and mental health case management
Facilitate prenatal care groups on a rotating basis and support additional group cycles as needed
Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to connect families to resources
Use digital tools and coaching platforms to maintain participant engagement
Maintain timely and accurate documentation and support program compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent required
DONA and Parents as Teachers certifications preferred (or must obtain on-the-job)
IL Doula Medicaid Certification preferred (or must obtain on-the-job)
At least 1 year of related experience preferred
Experience working with vulnerable populations and young parents preferred
Experience collaborating with homeless or public service systems a plus
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Cultural humility and trauma-informed approach
Comfort using computers, Microsoft applications, and case management systems.
Valid driver’s license, reliable car, and insurance required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance with generous employer contribution
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance – 100% employer-paid
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources
Generous paid time off, as well as 15 paid holidays and half days on Fridays during the summer
403b retirement plan with employer match
Pre-tax transportation benefits
Discounts on Bright Endeavors products
Free spiritual direction services
Over 20 free CEUs during onboarding and regular free CEUs throughout employment.
Cost coverage for state certification/renewal and licensure supervision hours for staff working towards licensure.