Position Title:
Birth Doula
Organization:
Ayan Maternity Healthcare Support
Location:
King County, WA
Employment Type:
Contract
Compensation:
This role is
based on insurance reimbursements from Apple Health/Healthcare Support
, with rates varying depending on the certification status of services rendered.
Certified services
are reimbursed at a higher rate.
Uncertified services
may receive partial or reduced reimbursement.
This model aligns with our commitment to providing accessible care while maintaining financial sustainability as a non-profit organization.
Overview:
Ayan Maternity Healthcare Support is seeking compassionate and culturally competent Birth Doulas to provide emotional, physical, and informational support to expectant families, with a focus on underserved and immigrant communities. This role is central to our mission of empowering parents from pregnancy through early childhood.
Responsibilities:
Provide continuous support during labor and birth, including comfort measures and advocacy.
Educate families on birth options and help develop birth plans.
Collaborate with medical providers to ensure respectful, culturally appropriate care.
Offer prenatal visits and postpartum follow-up to assess well-being.
Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to program evaluation.
Qualifications:
Certified Birth Doula ( From WA DOH Approved agencies).
CPR certification (for infants and adults)
Experience working with diverse populations, especially immigrants and non-English speakers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
Comfortable working independently on a laptop in a remote or hybrid environment.
Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues related to laptop and software use.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to reproductive justice and birth equity.