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Danbury Hospital

Doula

Danbury, CT

$31.50/hr

Per Diem Doulas have a 24 hour call. When called into a birth they stay with the patient through ... Doula Program Exempt: No Salary Range: $31.50 per hour

PHMC

Per Diem Community Doula

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Contractors are not guaranteed a set number of referrals, hours, or income , and work is assigned based on participant needs, availability, and program capacity. SCOPE OF WORK : Doula Support

PCC COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER

Doula Trainee

Berwyn, IL · On-site

$16.60 - $18.60/hr

Completion of Doula coursework at an approved school * Note: Not required to be an Illinois ... Ability to work late evening hours, weekend hours and scheduled holidays. Language Skills:

PCC COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER

Doula Trainee

Berwyn, IL · On-site

$16.60 - $18.60/hr

Completion of Doula coursework at an approved school * Note: Not required to be an Illinois ... Ability to work late evening hours, weekend hours and scheduled holidays. Language Skills:

Hanley Foundation

Doula

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

The Doula provides compassionate, trauma-informed emotional, physical, and educational support to ... Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnight and weekends. * First Aid and ...

Landis Homes

Legacy Doula Coordinator

Lititz, PA · On-site

Works flexible hours as needed. In addition to direct doula support, this role provides oversight, coordination, and leadership for the doula team. * Support the client's end-of planning, legacy ...

LANDIS COMMUNITIES

Legacy Doula Coordinator

Lititz, PA · On-site

Works flexible hours as needed. In addition to direct doula support, this role provides oversight, coordination, and leadership for the doula team. * Support the client's end-of planning, legacy ...

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How much do doula hour jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for doula hour in the United States is $49,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Doula, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Doula, you need a solid understanding of childbirth education, non-medical support techniques, and often a certification from a recognized doula organization. Familiarity with tools like birth planning apps and documentation systems, as well as completion of certified training programs, is typically expected. Exceptional interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help doulas provide effective support to clients and their families. These skills are crucial for ensuring a positive birth experience, empowering clients, and fostering trust in high-stress situations.

What are Doula Hours?

Doula hours refer to the dedicated time a doula spends providing support to a birthing person before, during, and after childbirth. This support can be emotional, informational, and physical, tailored to the needs of the individual or family. Doula hours may be scheduled in advance for prenatal visits, labor support, postpartum care, or even virtual consultations. The number of hours included often varies depending on the doula's service package and client needs. These hours help ensure continuous, personalized support for a positive birth and postpartum experience.

What are some common challenges a Doula may face when supporting clients during labor and postpartum, and how can these be managed?

As a Doula, one common challenge is navigating the emotional and physical needs of clients in high-stress situations, especially during long or complicated labors. Doulas also often need to coordinate with medical staff and family members, balancing advocacy for the client while maintaining professional boundaries. Managing self-care is crucial to prevent burnout, as the work can involve irregular hours and emotional intensity. Building strong communication skills and maintaining a support network among other birth professionals can help manage these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Doula Hour vs Midwife Hour?

AspectDoula HourMidwife Hour
CredentialsNo formal medical certification; trained in childbirth supportLicensed healthcare professional with medical certifications and licensing
Work EnvironmentPrivate homes, birthing centers, hospitalsHospitals, clinics, birthing centers
Employer & IndustryPrivate clients, doula agenciesHospitals, healthcare facilities
Services ProvidedEmotional support, comfort measures, advocacyMedical care, monitoring, delivery assistance

In summary, Doula Hours focus on emotional and physical support during childbirth without medical responsibilities, while Midwife Hours involve medical care and delivery assistance as licensed healthcare providers. Both roles are essential but serve different functions in the childbirth process.

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Infographic showing various Doula Hour job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,220 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Doula Navigator / Community Doula - Bilingual

Malama Health

Alameda, CA

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Malama leverages the best of technology and people to deliver exceptional care - we build novel biometric tracking and patient engagement tools that allow skilled Care Managers to provide high-touch care navigation and coordination for pregnant and postpartum mothers that improves health outcomes for mom and baby.

We've raised $9.2M in funding to date and are on target to hit profitability early this year. Our mission is to improve pregnancy-related outcomes beginning with conditions that disproportionately affect historically underserved groups.

We're seeking Community Health Worker or Community Doula to use our tools and serve our members as their Maternity Care Navigators. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between our providers and patients, ensuring seamless execution of our policies and care protocols. If you're passionate about improving maternal health outcomes, closing equity gaps, and want to gain invaluable experience in care coordination, startup operations, and patient success, this position is for you.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Deliver Care Management to Meet Patient Needs - Conduct outreach, check-ins, and comprehensive assessments to identify and meet patient needs via phone calls, SMS, video calls, or in-person encounters (based on patient preference); Assist patients with appointment setting, office visits, social services application, among other requests
  • Coordinate Care Services and Referrals to Completion - Advocate for patient needs by coordinating with health plans, service providers, multi-disciplinary care teams to drive services to completion
  • Communicate to Empower Patient Learning - Utilize evidence-based practices like motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction to engage with and communicate information to patients towards positive habit change
  • Utilize Technology to Document, Track, and Improve Services - Utilize required care management portals for all care coordination and other services provided in a timely manner; meet patient caseload targets and prioritize services according to intensity, need, and required follow-up.

Requirements

  • 1-2 years of experience as a Community Health Worker, Community Doula, Case/Care Manager, Social Worker
  • Must be a certified birth doula prior to employment, or commit to completing Malama-sponsored doula training (training, attend 3 births, complete CPR training, etc) after onboarding and enroll in DHCS Medicaid
  • Reliable and responsive to text and calls! Adaptable and Excited to learn new technology - You are comfortable using Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive), Notion, Slack, Zoom, and want to learn more
  • A people's person and a team player - One of our key values is Be the Bridge. You are positive and empathetic serving members/clients and open and honest when providing internal feedback for improvement
  • Mission-driven, Impact-oriented - You are passionate about health, technology, and Malama's mission to improve maternal health outcomes and close equity gaps
  • You are fluent in English (written and verbal) and bilingual in Spanish / Vietnamese / Tagalog / Cantonese / Dari / Haitian Creole
  • Located in California

Benefits

  • $25-$30 per hour starting rate
  • Flexible work hours to suit your needs
  • Opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing healthcare technology startup
  • Training and educational opportunities
  • Applications reviewed on a rolling basis - apply early!
Equal opportunity

Malama is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from recent graduates, early-career advocates, Black, Indigenous, Latina/x, and other women of color, people with lived experience of pregnancy, and community members. You do not need years of experience to apply - passion, community roots, and a commitment to birth equity matter most.

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