Postpartum Doula

Job Description
We are seeking a Postpartum Doula to join our team! You will be responsible for assisting Mom's in their postpartum recovery & both parents in the transition of the 4th trimester - Postpartum!

Responsibilities:

• Recognize expected signs of healthy postpartum recovery
• Recognize early signs and symptoms of postpartum mood disorders
• Help establish and understand Parenting philosophies and plan implementation
• Infant feeding, including breast, bottle and a combination of both
• Infant comfort and soothing techniques
• Bathing, diapering, and umbilical cord care
• Regulation of day and night sleep
• Strategizing systems and creating routines
• Meal planning and daily household upkeep
• Communicate with collaborating Doulas and family members
• Educate parents about newborn & postpartum care with Evidence Based Education
• Facilitate referrals to other outside services such as IBCLC
• Maintain accurate notes regarding infant care provided
• Provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members

Qualifications:

• Previous experience with newborns and/or postpartum recovery
• Familiarity with postpartum and newborn terminology
• Ability to build rapport with families and fellow Doula team
• Strong problem solving
• Patience and understanding
• Infant CPR Certified
• Doula Certified - company will get you trained
• Background Check
• Child Abuse Clearance