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The Northern Colorado Doula Collective is the standard for labor and birth support, postpartum care, and lactation counseling. Our mission is to provide support for everyone at every stage from preconception through parenthood.
Our work environment includes:
Growth opportunities into full-time employment
Flexible working hours
Options to work remotely and alternate work schedules with occasional in-person meetings.
If you are passionate and committed to supporting families with evidence-based methodology, respect and compassion, we invite you to apply to join our growing team.
Job Openings
HAVE A PASSION FOR BIRTHWORK? WE WANT TO MEET YOU!
Certified/Certifying Labor Doula
The ideal applicant is passionate and committed to doula work, professional, has attended a credentialed doula training, is certified or working towards their certification and will be certified within 6 months of hire. This position is a contract to hire position. Doulas will start as part-time contractors with the opportunity to move into full-time employment with uncapped earning potential. Pay will be based on experience and certification.
Doula candidates should have an understanding and commitment to being on-call multiple times per month, have availability to attend meetings/trainings, be driven to work with and learn from the best. Not only is this an opportunity for you to work with the best, it’s also an opportunity to be mentored by the best.Doulas will be responsible for facilitating emotional and informational support, comfort measures and physical coping skills related to labor, birth and immediate postpartum. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with positive energy, a love for birth to join our doula team. We attend births in a hospital setting in Northern Colorado. You will also be working in client homes prenatally and postpartum. We are looking for team players who are willing to work with families including those with differing cultural, racial, sexual, or ethnic identities. You will fit in well with our team if you are self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, solution oriented, have a good sense of humor, a good problem solver, able to work in a team, operate well with little sleep, work well independently and committed to a strong work ethic. If you are not a unicorn please don’t apply.
Our team members are talented, passionate, and bring a wide range of skills to support a full range of evidenced based maternal and family needs. Any fertility, birth, lactation, bereavement and postpartum additional services (e.g Prenatal massage, yoga , birth photography and more services) is a plus. upon start.
Key Responsibilities/Traits Required:
Provide emotional support and physical support during birth in a hospital setting and up to 1-2 hours after birth.
Support birthing persons and their partners from pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Offer breastfeeding support and education immediately postpartum.
Aid in the preparation of the birthing person and their family for the labor and delivery utilizing appropriate doula techniques, evidenced based and unbiased childbirth education and birth planning – both during home visits and in group-based services.
Interact in a kind, compassionate, and professional manner, in keeping with the Mission, Vision, and Values of our Company.
Work with families by helping create and implement birth plans/birth preferences.
Have a good understanding and stay up to date on hospital policies and practices.
Support newborn care practices within the context of family culture and beliefs.
Provide information and support related to the physical and emotional changes that occur in a birth persons body during pregnancy by trimester.
Advocate for prenatal and postnatal careUtilize and teach labor and delivery comfort measures such as breathing, visualization and massage to clients and their families.
Develop and maintain positive relationships/partnerships with healthcare providers and healthcare entities such as clinics, health departments, hospitals and doctors’ offices, ob’s, midwives, pediatricians, nurses, lactation personal and other medical providers by demonstrating excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and staying within your scope of practice as a doula.
Maintain client records/charting in client management software.
Provide prenatal, postpartum and newborn care education through modalities such as home visits and prenatal groups.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and/or holidays in order to accommodate the needs of clients, particularly during labor and delivery for prenatal clients.
Availability for on-call shifts required.Must be willing to work long hours at all times of the day as birth is unpredictable and families may require support for long periods of time.
Successfully complete company onboarding/mentoring program.
Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and ability to drive to multiple locations, primarily in Northern Colorado, but sometimes outside of Larimer County.
Provide your own supplies and tools when working with clients in the birth setting.Maintain current liability insurance.
This job description is not all-inclusive and certain activities, duties or responsibilities may be required of the employee as needed.
Education and Experience Required:
Birth or Labor Doula Training Completed from an accredited certifying body such as (DONA, CAPPA and etc)
If not certified, accredited Doula Certification will be required within 6 months of hire date.
Attendance of at least 10+ births in a hospital setting
BLS or CPR Equivalent certification: BLS : Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon start.
US citizenship requiredKnowledge of community resources.
Communicate effectively and function well with families, children, hospital staff and various professional community groups.
Ability to establish supportive relationships with families from a diverse group of backgrounds.
Must have strong analytical, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Must be fully vaccinated and up to date on vaccines for COVID-19, Flu, and TDAP, prior to your start date. A valid religious or medical reason qualifying you for an exemption (that may or may not require accommodation) will be required by start date.
You will also be required to carry your own liability insurance coverage and have your own client management software account.
Preferred Experience but not required:
At least one full year of experience as a birth or labor doula in a hospital setting
Certifications and Experience as : Certified Labor Doula, Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, CLC, IBCLC, Certified Postpartum Doula, Bereavement or End of Life Doula Certifications
ONE of the following Doula Certifications is required within 6 months of hire :Birth Doula Certification by DONA International, Certified Professional Birth Doula by to Labor International, Doula Certification from the International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA)
Spanish or ASL
The Northern Colorado Doula Collective is defined by the following values and traits that guide us as we serve the community: High-Standards – Integrity – Reliability – Loyalty – Kindness – Inclusivity.
Postpartum Doula
We are looking for a compassionate and nurturing Postpartum Doula to support new mothers and their families during the postpartum recovery period. The ideal candidate will have experience providing emotional and practical support to new mothers, including breastfeeding support, newborn care education, and assistance with household tasks. The Postpartum Doula should have a strong understanding of the physical, emotional, and mental challenges that new mothers face during the postpartum period.
The ideal applicant has attended a credentialed postpartum doula training, is certified or working towards their certification and will be certified within 6 months of hire. This job opening is a contract to hire position. Postpartum Doulas will start as part-time contractors with the opportunity to move into full-time employment with uncapped earning potential. Pay will be based on experience and certification.
Not only is this an opportunity for you to work with the best, it’s also an opportunity to be mentored by the best. Our team members are talented, passionate, and bring a wide range of skills to support a full range of evidenced based maternal and family needs. Any fertility, birth, lactation, bereavement and postpartum additional services (e.g Prenatal massage, yoga, birth photography, etc.) is a p
Please do not contact us outside of this process or you will be disqualified from hiring. Automatic applications through Indeed will not be considered. Serious inquiries send resume and cover letter to hello@nocodoulacollective.com.
Instructions for next steps will be provided to you after your resume is received.
Job Types:
Part-time, Contract
Salary: $25.00 – $50.00 per hour
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Choose your own hours
Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Night shift
Weekend availability
Key Responsibilities/Traits Required:
Passion for supporting and empowering new mothers during the postpartum period
Present yourself as a professional and treat others with dignity and respect
Respect and protect the privacy of your clients
Provide emotional and practical support to new mothers during the postpartum recovery period
Assist with breastfeeding and provide education on newborn care and development
Offer assistance with household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and light cleaning.
Facilitate postpartum healing and recovery through self-care education and supportProvide referrals for additional support services as needed
Encourage bonding between the birthing person and newborn
Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and ability to drive to multiple locations, primarily in Northern Colorado, but sometimes outside of Larimer County
Provide your own supplies and tools when working with clients in the birth settingKnowledge of community resources
Communicate effectively and function well with families, children, hospital staff and various professional community groups
Available to work flexible hours and respond quickly to client needs
Ability to establish supportive non-judgemental relationships with families from a diverse group of backgrounds
This job description is not all-inclusive and certain activities, duties or responsibilities may be required of the employee as needed
Education and Experience Required:
Successfully complete company onboarding/mentoring program
Certification in Postpartum Doula training from an accredited organization
A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Postpartum Doula
Knowledge of breastfeeding support and newborn care
BLS or CPR Equivalent certification: BLS : Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon start
US citizenship required
Must be fully vaccinated and up to date on vaccines for COVID-19, Flu, and TDAP, prior to your start date. A valid religious or medical reason qualifying you for an exemption (that may or may not require accommodation) will be required by start dateYou will also be required to carry your own liability insurance coverage and have your own client management software account
Preferred Experience but not required:
At least one full year of experience as a postpartum doula
Experience supporting families with multiples (twins and triplets)
Certifications and Experience as Certified Postpartum Doula,Certified Labor Doula, Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, CLC, IBCLC, Bereavement or End of Life Doula Certifications
ONE of the following Doula Certifications is required within 6 months of hire Postpartum Doula Certification by DONA International or Postpartum Doula Certification from the International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) or other accredited doula program
Spanish or ASL
The Northern Colorado Doula Collective is defined by the following values and traits that guide us as we serve the community: High-Standards – Integrity – Reliability – Loyalty – Kindness – Inclusivity.
Labor & Birth
Postpartum
Education
Lactation
Bereavement
What Working With Us Is Like...
Here's what others have to say.
"Julianne really is your doula for life. She's a great support and advocate during pregnancy, birth, and after."
- Rebecca
"Throughout the entire journey into parenthood Katie always encouraged my husband and I to follow our instincts, and I think that is what makes her unique."
- Riley
"We had an idea of our ideal birth, but she gave us ideas and thoughts that allowed us to make an even more informed decision.
- Nicole
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Top Tips for Picking a Pediatrician
Top Tips for Picking a Pediatrician
As a new parent there are lots of important decisions to make when it comes to the health and well-being of your new baby. Choosing the perfect pediatrician is one such decision. As your trusted Fort Collins doula, I want to help you make the right decision for you, your family, and your baby. Rather than choosing off of a list of in-network HMO providers, web searches, or even referrals from friends and family, it’s important to choose a healthcare provider that aligns with you and the type of newborn and postpartum experience that you desire. Not only do you need to feel comfortable and at peace with this person, but you’ll more than likely be sitting in their waiting room for around 30% (give or take) of your life from your child’s birth to age 18, so it’s a much better experience all around when you feel seen, heard, and validated.
Here are a few tips to make sure that your pediatrician is the perfect fit for you.
First of all, it’s important to know what you want out of a health care provider. What experience do you ultimately want and what philosophies do you adhere to? Only from this point of knowledge can you choose a pediatrician that aligns with you and your wishes.
Make sure you understand how they approach certain situations such as newborn weight loss, breastfeeding, nutrition, newborn sleep, immunizations and vaccines, or any other topics that you may feel strongly about or are open to learning more about. A conversation about these topics will give you insight into the philosophy of the pediatrician.
What are the dynamics of the office? Are there multiple doctors that rotate calls? Is it easy to get through to your doctor or is there red tape? Do they return phone calls? Do all the doctors in the practice have similar philosophies? If the doctor is independent, who do they use for backup for vacations or illness?
Ensure that the practice is current when it comes to training and education regarding especially around infant sleep and feeding. They should be providing up-to-date evidenced based resources to you and your family.
Do you feel good about how after hours/weekends are handled? Do they have someone on-call to speak too or text with? Do they provide virtual or 24×7 options for care? It never fails, kids tend to get sick outside of normal business hours. Many providers now offer subscription services that include home visits, text/call support for 24 hours a day.
Once you choose a pediatrician, pay attention to how you feel when you’re in an appointment, how you feel when you leave the appointment, and how the staff makes you feel. If you ever feel off, unheard, or just downright shitty or anxious at any point when interacting with your pediatrician, it’s not a good match. You should your appointments feeling like an amazing capable parent, not a failure or a parent that isn’t taken seriously.
And remember, it’s always ok to switch if you’re not getting what you need. Because if you’re not getting what you need, your baby isn’t getting what they need.
I encourage you to be thorough in this process of choosing a pediatrician. Be as thorough in your research as you would be when buying a new car or house. This is an important decision not to be made lightly.
In addition to pediatricians there is a local wealth of amazing newborn, postpartum, and breastfeeding resources available in our community and as an experiencedFort Collins birth doula in our community I have meaningful relationships with many of them. You can check out my resource guide or ask me anytime for my recommendations and I’ll be happy to help! If you need any help or have any questions, I’m always here for you.
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