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Family Focus

Doula

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

The Doula is responsible for promoting healthy pregnancies, breast feeding and building a trusting relationship that offers strength-based services for families. The Doula will provide community ...

Family Focus

Doula

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

The Doula is responsible for promoting healthy pregnancies, breast feeding and building a trusting relationship that offers strength-based services for families. The Doula will provide community ...

Family Focus

Doula

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

The Doula is responsible for promoting healthy pregnancies, breast feeding and building a trusting relationship that offers strength-based services for families. The Doula will provide community ...

Family Focus

Doula

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

The Doula is responsible for promoting healthy pregnancies, breast feeding and building a trusting relationship that offers strength-based services for families. The Doula will provide community ...

NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES

DOULA

San Francisco, CA

$36.92 - $48.45/hr

The Doula is an unlicensed health professional and is primarily responsible for assisting patients throughout the birth process and lifestyle changes that come with motherhood. They offer emotional ...

NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES

DOULA

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$36.92 - $48.45/hr

The Doula is an unlicensed health professional and is primarily responsible for assisting patients throughout the birth process and lifestyle changes that come with motherhood. They offer emotional ...

North East Medical Services

DOULA

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$36.92 - $48.45/hr

The Doula is an unlicensed health professional and is primarily responsible for assisting patients throughout the birth process and lifestyle changes that come with motherhood. They offer emotional ...

The Doula Network

Doula (New York)

New York, NY · On-site

As part of the Pomelo network, you will: * Educate and guide expecting and new families throughout ... You have experience working as a doula with an in-depth understanding of pregnancy, childbirth ...

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How much do the doula jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for the doula 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 is the difference between The Doula vs Midwife?

AspectThe DoulaMidwife
CredentialsNo formal medical certification; trained in childbirth supportLicensed healthcare professional with nursing or midwifery certification
Work EnvironmentBirth centers, homes, hospitals (support role)Hospitals, birthing centers, private practices (medical provider)
RoleEmotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy and birthMedical care, monitoring, and assisting during labor and delivery

While both The Doula and Midwife support women during childbirth, The Doula provides non-medical emotional and physical support, whereas the Midwife offers medical care and oversees the health of mother and baby during pregnancy and delivery.

Is The Doula a good side hustle?

The Doula role can be a viable side hustle for individuals with training in childbirth support, emotional assistance, and certification from recognized organizations. It often offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work part-time, but income varies based on experience, location, and client demand.

Is there a demand for The Doulas?

The demand for doulas has increased as more families seek personalized support during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Doulas are valued for their emotional, physical, and informational assistance, and many work independently or through agencies, often requiring certification and strong interpersonal skills. The profession is expected to grow alongside increasing awareness of alternative birth support options.

What qualifications do I need to be a The Doula?

To become a doula, there are no formal licensing requirements, but many complete training programs offered by organizations such as DONA International or CAPPA. Certification typically involves completing coursework, hands-on experience, and sometimes passing an exam. Skills in communication, empathy, and knowledge of childbirth are essential, and some doulas pursue CPR certification and specialized training in postpartum or birth support.

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Infographic showing various The Doula job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 41% Full Time, 41% Part Time, 12% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $49,220 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Doula

Family Focus

Chicago, IL • On-site

$50K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Doula
Location: Hyde Park
Supervisor: Director of Home Visiting and Doula Program
The Doula is responsible for initiating and maintaining regular contact and support with participant families. The Doula is responsible for promoting healthy pregnancies, breast feeding and building a trusting relationship that offers strength-based services for families. The Doula will provide community outreach, prenatal education activities, and assist the family in preparing for childbirth through both home visiting and group based services. These activities will take place primarily within the family's home, doctor's office, hospitals and the South side communities.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Assist families in initiating and strengthening the parent-child relationship prenatally.
  • Provide information, education and resources that will prepare the parent and her family for the birth process during home visits.
  • Attend and support the laboring mother and her family or support person(s).
  • Assist parents in improving their skills so as to optimize the bonding and attachment of the parent(s) to child and child to parent.
  • Facilitates and advocates in strengthening the family's support system.
  • Assist in increasing the family's ability to problem solve and advocate for themselves and their children, during the birth process and beyond.
  • Identify needs and refer families to additional community resources, including health care and other basic necessities.
  • Responsible for assisting families in establishing goals and a birth plan for accomplishing those goals. Suggest, lead and model parent/child activities.
  • Maintain postpartum contact for six to twelve weeks post delivery at least once a week, plus regular phone contact and supports breast feeding and infant care as well as provide support to the new mom.
  • Maintain logs, documentation and data collection indicated for Doula Program. Completes standard form for each visit, documenting the services provided and educational items discussed with the client on the checklist. Take notes on client's overall emotional state and keeps track of time spent on each visit. Maintain confidentiality of client contact and documentation.
  • Attends all required job related meetings and contribute feedback as it relates to program development and implementation.
  • Maintain daily contact with supervisor regarding caseload and scheduling of home visits.
  • Maintain postpartum contact for 2 months.
  • Plan, facilitate, and document prenatal groups on monthly basis.
  • Maintain caseload of 8-12 families.
  • Visits mother and baby in the home environment within 24 hours of discharge after delivery.

The ideal candidate will have the following education and experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Service, Psychology, Early Childhood Development or related field.
  • Do not have to be doula trained. However, the only pre-qualified doula training accepted must be obtained via DONA training or they will have to complete DONA training once hired.
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be on-call 24/7 to participant families.
  • Must have dependable transportation, valid driver's license and proof of car insurance.

Salary: $50,000/year.
This is a full-time exempt position.
Discover all the benefits we offer to support your well-being and professional growth here: https://www.family-focus.org/about/careers/
Family Focus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Keywords: Human Services, Home visitor, Social Worker, Pregnancy, Birth.

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