Job Summary
We are seeking dedicated Full-Time Overnight Postpartum Doulas to join our team as employees (not independent contractors). This is a committed, full-time position offering 36-40 hours per week of meaningful doula work. You’ll provide overnight support to new families, helping them rest and recover while caring for their newborns.
Shifts are scheduled from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM (9 client-facing hours per shift). The core schedule requires a minimum of three such overnight shifts per week with flexibility, to reach full-time hours (36-40 hours/week total, including admin time).
As an employee, you’ll receive competitive pay, sick pay coverage as required by California law, and a supportive team environment. For the right candidates, we may provide a continuing education stipend after 6 months of employment to either offset ProDoula training costs or bolster employees with additional training. This training will launch or advance your career as a doula. This role is ideal for caregivers passionate about the fourth trimester and those dedicated to doula work, ready to commit to a full-time schedule.
We’re expanding our team and hiring multiple overnight postpartum doulas with both weekday and weekend availability. Our families need support seven nights a week—join our strong, reliable team to ensure consistent coverage across San Diego.
Roles and Responsibilities
Newborn Care
● Provide hands-on newborn care, including feeding support (breast/chestfeeding,
bottle-feeding, and pumping guidance), swaddling, diapering, soothing techniques, and
safe sleep practices.
● Monitor newborn health and comfort, promptly communicating any concerns.
● Maintain detailed logs of overnight activities, including feedings, sleep patterns, and
observations for seamless handoffs.
● Assist with light household tasks related to newborn care, such as preparing bottles,
organizing nursery supplies, and tidying to allow parents to rest.
Family Support
● Offer emotional support and reassurance to postpartum parents, helping them process their birth experience and adjust to parenthood.
● Educate families on postpartum recovery, infant development milestones, and self-care strategies.
● Encourage family bonding and help establish routines that support recovery and rest.
● Make meaningful referrals to outside providers when necessary.
● Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
Team Collaboration
● Collaborate with the doula team to ensure continuity of care.
● Attend regular check-ins, team meetings, and training sessions.
● Share client observations and feedback with supervisors and colleagues to strengthen
overall service quality.
Education and Skills
● Preference for 1-2 years of experience in postpartum doula work, newborn care, or a
related caregiving role (e.g., nanny, childcare provider, or healthcare assistant).
● Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices for postpartum recovery, infant care,
and family support.
● Tech proficient with tools including Gmail, Google Calendar, Slack, and other apps as
applicable to the position (for scheduling, communication, logging, and team
collaboration).
● Meets professional standards of timeliness, reliability, and communication (prompt
responses, consistent follow-through, and clear documentation).
● Reliable transportation and the ability to travel up to a 50-mile radius within San Diego
County to clients’ homes.
● Strong listening skills, calm in a variety of environments, high adaptability, and
commitment to non-biased, culturally sensitive care.
● Availability for a minimum of three overnight shifts per week (9:00 PM - 6:00 AM
client-facing), with flexibility for more to achieve full-time status (36-40 hours/week).
● Commitment to full-time, dedicated doula work—no concurrent independent
contracting or conflicting schedules.
● Ability and willingness to attend a mandatory in-person team meeting once per month
at our offices in Rancho Bernardo (San Diego County). These meetings are essential for
team collaboration, ongoing training, case reviews, and maintaining high standards of
care—typically 2 hours and scheduled with advance notice to accommodate your
overnight schedule.
● Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting infants (up to 20 lbs), standing for
extended periods, and working overnight hours.
● A genuine passion for supporting families in the fourth trimester, with empathy,
patience, and a positive attitude.
Licenses & Certifications
● Training or certification as a Postpartum Doula through ProDoula is preferred but not
required; we may provide a continuing education stipend after 6 months of employment to support ProDoula training for the right candidates.
● Current CPR/First Aid certification for infants and adults; background check and
references required.
● Up-to-date flu and TDAP vaccines
● Background check clearance.
Compensation and Benefits
● Competitive hourly rate starting at $32-$38/hour, based on experience and training.
● Sick pay coverage as required by California law.
● Opportunity for continuing education stipend after 6 months of employment to go towards ProDoula training or addtional training for qualified candidates.
● Supportive scheduling with advance notice to promote work-life balance.
How to Apply
To be fully considered, you must complete the application found at https://www.doulasofsandiego.com/careers
If you only apply through Indeed your application is not considered complete and will not be reviewed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
