Labor Doula

common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in
strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we
aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and
strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative
The Home Visiting Doula provides inclusive, in-home visits within a
strength-based, family-centered support model to young mothers and fathers who
The Community-Based Doula will provide outreach
services, prenatal education activities, and assist the family in preparing for
As the Doula,
you will advocate for the participant families by providing emotional support,
parental education, labor and delivery guidance and post-partum care.

A Bachelor’s Degree in social work or human service, OR Associate's Degree
plus completion of Doula certification training, OR Associate's Degree plus
two years' relevant social service experience.

• Proficient in speaking, reading and writing in English and Spanish required.
• family for the birth process and postpartum.
• Attends and supports the laboring mother and their family or support

Assists families in initiating and strengthening the parent-child
Improves family support systems by providing information about community
networking and advocacy.
* Assesses family functioning for safety and ability of family to care for
children; referring agencies, and other community resources.
* Assists with community outreach efforts, targeting local hospitals and
medical staff.

• present for after hours and weekend births.
• Bilingual candidates may receive additional financial

Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the
11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options,
Location: Home-based and community-based services provided in the Champaign,
home office located at our Champaign Office
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• Schedule: Full-time, hourly; required for evening visits and attending after-hours births.