Job Description
Who We Are and What We Value
At Abide Women’s Health Services, we are transforming maternal healthcare one client at a time. We are committed to improving birth outcomes in communities with the lowest quality of care by offering healthcare and complimentary services that are easily accessible, holistic, evidence-based, and free from judgement.
Rooted in a Culture of Care where we Rest, Resist, and Restore, we commit to addressing systemic disparities and ensuring equitable maternal healthcare by upholding the following values:
- Life-Affirming — We affirm the intrinsic worth of every individual.
- Human Flourishing — We are dedicated to fostering environments where individuals and communities can thrive.
- Reparations — We recognize the historical and ongoing justices that have led to health disparities and champion the cause of reparations.
- Redemptive Justice — We believe in transforming systems and relationships to foster fairness, respect, and opportunities for all.
- Racial Conciliation — We are committed to embracing diversity, understanding differing racial experiences, and actively working toward unity and mutual understanding.
- Anti-Racism — We actively work to dismantle racist structures and beliefs, understanding that true equity cannot be achieved until racism is eradicated.
- Equity and Access — We strive to ensure that every individual has access to the care and resources they need, regardless of their background or circumstances.
- Client-Centered Care — We prioritize compassionate, culturally competent care, ensuring that every individual feels heard, respected, and valued.
- Inventive Systems — We believe in the power of innovation to transform healthcare.
- Posture of Heart — The values we uphold are deeply rooted in a posture of heart that reflects compassion, humility, and a commitment to service.
What You'll Do
1. Emotional and Physical Support
- Offer continuous emotional and physical support during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.
- Create a calm, reassuring, and empowering birth environment tailored to each client’s needs.
- Provide comfort measures such as massage, breathing techniques, position changes, and non-medical pain relief methods.
- Guide expectant parents in optimizing fetal positioning and movement to support labor progression.
- Assist in comforting newborns and guiding parents in their first interactions, promoting bonding and confidence.
2. Informational Support and Advocacy
- Educate expectant parents with evidence-based information about the birthing process, medical procedures, and their rights and options.
- Assist families in developing individualized birth plans that align with their preferences.
- Advocate for client choices during labor and delivery, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
- Provide guidance on navigating medical interventions and supporting informed decision-making.
3. Postpartum and Community-Based Support
- Offer early postpartum guidance, including breastfeeding assistance, newborn care education, and emotional support to help clients navigate their postpartum transition.
- Connect clients with community resources for additional postpartum support as needed.
- Maintain open and consistent communication with clients, providing reassurance, encouragement, and a compassionate presence.
- Be available on-call as clients approach their due dates, ensuring timely and reliable labor and postpartum support.
- Attend team meetings and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic client care and seamless support across services.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and training to stay informed on best practices in doula care and organizational functions, enhancing the quality of support provided.
Flexibility and Adaptability
This job description is not all-inclusive and may evolve to meet community and organizational needs.
Who You Are
- Completion of doula training and certification from a recognized program.
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- At least one year of hands-on experience in maternal health, doula care, or a related community-based or clinical setting.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish with the ability to effectively read, write, and speak in both languages preferred.
- Proficient in Google Suite and electronic medical record systems (EMRs such as Client Care, Maternity Neighborhood, or Mobile Midwife).
- Deeply committed to maternal justice, anti-racism, and equitable healthcare access.
- Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a startup environment where creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration are key. You’re comfortable navigating evolving workflows and wearing multiple hats as needed.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations.
- Reliable and resourceful, with access to a personal vehicle and valid auto insurance for required travel.
- Physically capable of lifting up to 15 pounds and following OSHA safety standards.
Why You'll Love Working with Us
- A mission-driven team dedicated to maternal justice and equitable care.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Birth Doula Certification Renewal Tuition Assistance.
- A supportive work environment where your skills and expertise are valued.
- The opportunity to make a tangible impact on maternal and infant health outcomes in historically underserved communities.
Job Details
- Work Locations: Abide Women’s Health Services and Community-Based Settings
- Schedule: Part-Time (16 Hours/Week), Evening/Weekend and On-Call Flexibility Required
- Reports To: Director of Programs and Education
- Travel: Required
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Abide Women’s Health Services promotes equal opportunity for all applicants. In doing so, we comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations to ensure an equal opportunity for everyone. We do not discriminate in opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, military service, obligation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Our policies and practices are intended to ensure that all are treated equally and our decisions are made to further the principle of equal opportunities.
