Doula

Responsibilities

• Provide Emotional Support: Offer continuous emotional and informational support to pregnant and postpartum individuals, focusing on their specific needs related to substance use and recovery.
• Assist with Birth Planning: Support participants in creating and understanding their birth plans, addressing any concerns related to substance use, and ensuring their preferences are communicated with their healthcare providers.
• Attend Prenatal Appointments: Attend prenatal appointments, provide continuous labor support, facilitate communication with healthcare providers, and manage emergencies calmly.
• Advocate for Participants: Act as an advocate for participants within the healthcare system and ensure their needs and preferences are respected and that they have access to appropriate medical and substance use treatment.
• Facilitate Access to Resources: Help participants connect with resources and services such as prenatal care, substance use treatment programs, mental health support, and parenting classes.
• Support Postpartum Recovery: Provide guidance and support during the postpartum period, assisting with breastfeeding, infant care, and managing the physical and emotional aspects of recovery from substance use.
• Promote Wellness and Recovery: Encourage and assist participants in developing healthy habits and recovery strategies that support their overall wellbeing and long-term recovery goals.
• Document and Report: Maintain accurate and confidential records of participant interactions and progress and provide regular updates to relevant healthcare providers as needed.

Requirements

• Training: Specialized training or experience in supporting individuals with substance use disorders.
• Lived Experience: Personal experience with opiate or substance uses disorders, especially during pregnancy or postpartum, is beneficial.
• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrated ability to provide empathetic and non-judgmental support to participants facing substance use challenges.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships and work effectively with diverse participants and healthcare providers.
• Knowledge of Resources: Familiarity with resources and services related to substance use treatment, prenatal and postpartum care, and parenting support.
• Commitment to Wellness: A genuine commitment to promoting the health, recovery, and wellbeing of participants through supportive and holistic care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Work Towards Doula Certification
• Valid Driver’s License

Skills

• Specialized Training in Substance Use Disorders
• Personal Experience with Substance Use Disorders
• Emotional Support and Empathy
• Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Familiarity with Substance Use Treatment and Related Services
• Genuine Commitment to Participant Wellbeing

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401K Participation
• Accrual of 4 Weeks Paid Time Off Per Year
• Annual Discretionary Bonus After 1 Year of Service
• Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life Insurance

Pay

$23.25

Schedule

Non-exempt classification