Doula at Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford

Rockford, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

23.66

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Perinatal Health Support, Parent-Child Attachment, Social-Emotional Support, Curriculum Development, Adolescent Parenting, Breastfeeding Support, Domestic Violence Awareness, Mental Health Assessment, Child Development, Data Systems Utilization, Professional Consultation, Birth Plan Facilitation, CPR, Trauma Informed Practice

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description EMBRACING ABILITIES. EXPANDING POSSIBILITIES. At Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford (ECR), we are committed to two—often interconnecting—pillars of work: early learning and disability. Through these pillars, we transform the lives of early learners and individuals of all abilities through access to expert educational, family, and community support. As an affiliate of America’s largest nonprofit health care organization, we have proudly served the communities and families of Chicagoland and Greater Rockford since 1936. For more information about our organization, please visit us online at www.eastersealschicago.org. Doulas (Part-Time) are specialized home visitors who provide intensive services to improve the perinatal health of mother and baby, support parent-child attachment, and improve the family’s social- emotional experience of labor and delivery. The Doula provides case management to families and supports pregnant women's health and social service needs by consulting with professionals, as needed. This position is a 30-hours-per-week role and is eligible for benefits. This position is based at our Easterseals Rockford location, 303 N. Main St., Suite 511, Rockford, IL 61101. MAJOR FUNCTIONS/ACCOUNTABILITIES: Attends the birth of laboring teen and young mothers residing in Winnebago County who are enrolled in services. Provide home visits to pregnant teens residing in Winnebago County. Develop and implement individualized lesson plans based on the needs of the families served. The Doula will teach the participant about the risks of smoking, alcohol abuse, HIV/AIDs, and STD transmission, the benefits of breastfeeding, and enhanced healthy labor and delivery options, which may lead to less medical intervention. Conduct assessments on families to determine referral and treatment plans in relation to family stress, domestic violence, mental health, child development, drug/ alcohol use, and family support. Provide professional consultation and input related to pregnant adolescents with community professionals, including doctors, nurses, midwives, and social workers. Create and implement prenatal support groups for adolescent mothers and their family members. The Doulas will design prenatal groups to challenge thinking and emphasize decision-making about issues that affect the relationship between the parent(s) and their unborn child. Research and develop prenatal curriculum and conduct trainings to staff and professionals, as needed, on critical child development issues such as breastfeeding, shaken baby syndrome, SIDS, adolescent parenting, risks of HIV/AIDs transmission during breastfeeding, STD transmission, and grief, bereavement, and infant loss. Facilitate and assist in the implementation of individualized birth plans with each adolescent mother to inform professional hospital staff, including doctors, nurses, and midwives of the mother’s expectations and goals during and after labor. Utilize data systems to monitor participant attendance, statistics, outcome measures, retention rates, and recidivism. Comply with the required schedule of family contacts to ensure the family is well-informed and an active participant in the program to ensure a healthy outcome for both mother and baby. Arrange shadowed home visits for audit entities, Easterseals staff, program funders, and interns to observe Doula strategies and techniques utilized with adolescent mothers. All other duties as assigned. Requirements Education/Certification (overnight – out of town trainings required): Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent years of experience. Doula Basic Training 1, 2, 3, and 4 within the first 6 months of employment. Parents as Teachers Certification within 9 months of employment. Ages and Stages Certification within 9 months of employment. Family Assisted Neonatal Activities Certification within 12 months of employment. Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) within 12 months of employment. Grief and Bereavement Training within 12 months of employment. Doulas of North America Certification within 24 months of employment. Experience Required: Knowledge of labor and delivery and post-partum care. Vehicle/Transportation Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Auto insurance. Reliable vehicle. Skills/Abilities: Sensitivity and respect for adolescent parents. ESSENTIAL TRAININGS: 200 hours Shaken baby syndrome, domestic violence, Trauma Informed Practice, child abuse recognition and response, HIV/AIDS, STD, family planning, safety, infant and maternal depression, human sexuality, infant development, bloodborne pathogens, CPR, curriculum development, and reflective practices. ADA: Easterseals will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act of 1990. Unless exempted by the Americans with Disabilities Act, all persons hired for this position are required to possess the ability to perform the physical tasks necessary to treat clients, i.e., bending, floor-sitting, etc., as well as to have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently. **Outstanding Benefits Package ** Comprehensive Healthcare 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for select plans available to you and your eligible dependents Excellent Insurance Protection Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage Long-term disability insurance at no cost to you Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work-life balance support Exceptional Career Growth Up to $40,000 in eligible education reimbursement to fuel your professional development Generous Retirement Benefits Automatic 3% non-elective contribution to your 401(k) - no match required Additional dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% - earn up to 6% of total employer contribution Work-Life Balance 13 paid holidays to enjoy time with family and friends Flexible PTO policy that respects your need for rest and rejuvenation

Responsibilities

Doulas provide intensive home visiting services to improve perinatal health, support parent-child attachment, and enhance the family's social-emotional experience during labor and delivery, while also providing case management and consulting with professionals regarding the pregnant woman's needs.