Postpartum Doula (Per Diem)

Postpartum Doula (Per Diem)

Join Our Mission to Transform Postpartum Care

Company Description

Sakhee ( is an innovative startup revolutionizing postpartum support for new mothers, birthing parents, and their families. As a growing company, we're building the future of maternal health through comprehensive, personalized care that empowers mothers during the critical postpartum period. We're not just another doula service—we're creating a movement to ensure every mother and birthing parent has the support they deserve during one of life's most transformative experiences. We're building something meaningful, and we want passionate individuals to grow with us from the ground up.

Role Description

This is a part-time (per diem) position with significant growth potential as our business expands. You'll provide comprehensive postpartum doula services, newborn care, lactation support, and care coordination, while helping us build and refine our service delivery model. Your responsibilities include creating personalized care plans, offering emotional and physical support, and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure exceptional postpartum care.

Service Area: This position serves families throughout Central Massachusetts, including MetroWest, Worcester County, and the Greater Boston region. The role requires travel for in-home postpartum visits and the ability to provide virtual telehealth support.

Travel Requirements : This position requires in-person visits to client homes and appointments, with driving distances of up to 30-40 miles one way. While administrative tasks can be completed remotely, the core doula services are provided in-person at client locations.

Working Hours: Postpartum support will be provided during daytime hours or nighttime hours based on the request and needs of the birthing parent.

Core Responsibilities

• Maternal Recovery: Support for physical healing from birth (including C-sections) and emotional well-being
• Infant Care Support: Assistance with feeding (breast, bottle, formula), soothing techniques, diapering, naps, and normal newborn development
• Household Help: Light tidying, meal prep, doing dishes, laundry, and running errands to allow parents to rest
• Family & Sibling Support: Helping older children adjust, managing family dynamics, and supporting partners
• Education & Resources: Providing evidence-based information on maternal recovery, newborn care, feeding, and family adjustment
• Care Coordination: Connecting families with other resources and healthcare professionals (lactation consultants, pelvic floor therapists, mental health therapists, etc.) as needed
• Documentation & Charting: Maintaining accurate, timely records of client visits, care provided, and family progress
• Strategic Care Improvement: Identifying postpartum care gaps and opportunities for service improvement; contributing insights to enhance support models and better serve families

What Makes You Perfect for Sakhee

We're seeking someone who is absolutely passionate about supporting postpartum mothers/birthing parents . You should be someone who:

• Lives and breathes maternal support : This isn't just a job for you—it's your calling to make a difference in women's lives
• Commitment to serving diverse communities: You respect and embrace families from all backgrounds, cultures, and identities, and are committed to providing culturally sensitive care to everyone you serve
• Wants to build a career in this field : You're looking for long-term growth, not just a temporary position
• Thrives in a startup environment : You're excited about being part of building something from the ground up
• Is driven by impact : You want to be part of a company that's genuinely changing how postpartum care is delivered

Compensation Structure & Benefits

• Hourly rate : $35/hour - $85/hour (based on the reimbursement received for doula support from payer)
• Total Number of Hours : Up to 10 hours per week (with potential to become 20 hours per week in the future). This is a part-time per diem role.
• Mentoring & Coaching: You will be provided with additional training, coaching, and mentorship opportunities through our programs and experienced postpartum doulas (as needed).
• Growth Opportunity : As a startup team member, you'll have the chance to shape our protocols, contribute to service development, and potentially advance into leadership roles as we scale our impact.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Professional training : Postpartum doula training and certifications from recognized organizations (DONA, CAPPA, etc.) is a necessary qualification.
• Core expertise : Demonstrated skills in postpartum doula services, newborn care, and lactation support
• Intellectual curiosity and learning agility : Genuine fascination with maternal anatomy, physiology, and evidence-based postpartum care practices; eager to continuously learn and stay current with research in maternal and infant health
• Reliable transportation : Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel to client locations (up to 30-40 miles one way)
• Communication excellence : Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with families
• Independent work style : Ability to manage client relationships and travel logistics autonomously
• Education: High-school diploma or equivalent required
• Language Skills: English fluency required; Spanish fluency or professional proficiency strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare or related field experience
• Experience with diverse family structures and cultural backgrounds
• Comfort with startup dynamics and willingness to contribute beyond core dutiesWhy Sakhee is Different

Startup Impact : Be part of building the future of postpartum care from day one

Real Growth : Unlike established agencies, you'll have genuine opportunities to advance into leadership, training, and business development roles with more stable income potential

Mission-Driven : Every day, you'll know you're making a real difference in maternal health outcomes

Recognition : Your contributions will be seen and valued as we build something revolutionary together

Professional Development : We invest in your growth because your success is our success

Community : Join a tight-knit team of passionate professionals who support each other

Ready to Transform Postpartum Care?

If you're passionate about maternal support and ready to build your career with a company that's changing lives, we want to hear from you. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to be part of a movement that's reshaping how society supports new families. Send your resume to [email protected].

Join us in ensuring every birthing parent has a healthy and fulfilling postpartum experience!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training

Application Question(s):

• Are you a trained postpartum doula?
• Are you a certified postpartum doula?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Worcester, MA 01608