The only positions we are currently hiring for are listed below, if any. However, if you are a health professional or work in a birth-adjacent industry, we would be happy to know about your interest. You can send resumes and introduction letters to [email protected].

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from approved and accredited Nurse Midwifery program

• Certified as a Nurse Midwife by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB)

• Active RN and APRN licenses in the state of birth center

• Meets continuing competency criteria of Illinois and AMCB

• Current NRP and BLS certifications

PERSONALITY TRAITS AND SKILLS 

• Empathetic and compassionate 

• Prioritizes safety and client/family experience 

• Ability to maintain professionalism and compassion in high-stress situations 

• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities

• Creative and capable of finding effective and efficient solutions to problems

• Desire to impact a small organization in a positive way

• Waterbirth 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   The certified nurse midwife (CNM) is an advanced practice nurse who is responsible for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of nurse midwifery care delivered to antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum, and newborn clients, as well as providing preventive care, reproductive care, and gynecological care.  The CNM performs physical exams; collects and documents data;  facilitates physiological labor, birth and emergency management;  conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures; orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations; and prescribes appropriate interventions and medications.

• Participates in direct client care activities in rotation with other CNM(s)

• Adheres to the birth center model of care and philosophy of physiological birth, trauma-informed care, and informed consent

• Adheres to birth center eligibility criteria for clients throughout antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care. 

• Provides comprehensive midwifery care and appropriate referrals

• Provides competent and respectful care to all families regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, or disabilities

• Participates in once-monthly drills/ in-service

• Participates in professional and community awareness activities 

• Supervises the orientation and functioning of birth assistants

• Responsible for delegated aspects of daily operation, including acting in absence of Director of Midwifery 

• Participates in a quality assurance program

• All staff are responsible for the maintenance and care of the birth center which includes cleaning, sanitation, laundry, and equipment maintenance

POSITION REPORTS TO:  Midwife Director

WAGE RANGE: $85-95,000 DOE
Benefits

• 401(k)

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Malpractice Insurance

  
  

If you are interested in this position, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

The Birth Center of Chicago is seeking compassionate, dedicated professional to join our team in delivering personalized, holistic maternity care as the office manager. As a freestanding birth center, we offer a supportive environment for families seeking natural birth options. We value collaboration, respect, and community-centered care. If you’re passionate about empowering birthing individuals and working in a welcoming, midwife-led setting, we’d love to hear from you.

DESIRED PERSONALITY TRAITS AND SKILLS:

• A high achiever, goal-oriented, and organized

• Ability to set and enforce expectation levels, and motivate staff for success

• A problem-solver who looks for solutions that will benefit the entire organization

• Ability to set priorities and delegate responsibility

• Ability to formulate, extrapolate or interpret policies and practices in new or unique situations

• Ability to logically solve problems and understand when to escalate appropriately

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions

• Ability to recognize matters of sensitivity or vulnerability, as well as opportunities for the Business

• Must be a team player who is capable of working independently with limited direction

• The desire to make a real difference in a small company, and to have some fun along the way

• A friendly/kind demeanor

• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities and meet assigned deadlines

• Ability to perform well and maintain professionalism in stressful situations

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Creative and capable of finding effective and efficient solutions to problems

QUALIFICATIONS :

• 1-3 years management experience

• A degree is preferred

• Proficient in computer programs such as excel, word, outlook and EMR. Must be familiar with medical terminology

• Experience in staff supervision and positive motivation is a must.

PARAMETERS/ REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Responsible to the administrator for Administrative functions and the Director of Midwifery for clinical functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, implements, supervises, and coordinates the conduct of practice operations

• Performs or delegates duties of receptionist in absence of receptionist

• Sets work schedules include vacations and special needs as requested

• Sets work tasks for employees

• Recognizes and corrects deficiencies associated with clinic flow

• Manages and coordinates the provision of client care in the clinic to assure high satisfaction and efficient service to all clients

• Continuously evaluates all processes and systems in accordance with company policies and procedures

• Promotes the birth center by interacting with clients, midwives, referring provider offices, payers, and vendors by providing information on services and programs in a positive and professional manner to maintain and improve the success of the birth center

• Facilitate orientation and training for all new employees

• Maintenance of employee personnel files and clinical credentialing files

• In conjunction with the Director of Midwifery, Administrator, and Outreach and Education Coordinator, facilitates orientation and training for all employees. Organizes and provides an ongoing program to assure staff competency, including drills, in-service programs, and staff attendance at outside continuing education programs

• In conjunction with the Director of Midwifery and Administrator, organizes and participates in regular staff meetings

• Conducts staff performance reviews and provides recommendations for promotions/demotions, disciplinary actions and pay rate changes

• Serve as liaison with the business office, clinical staff and the providers to accomplish practice goals

• Purchase equipment, track office supplies, and reorder when necessary

• Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls, policies and procedural changes as directed. Update the internal documentation system with office procedures, new employee profiles

• Coordinate meetings as directed (including ordering meals and reserving meeting space)

• Onboard support for new employees and Offboard support for departing employees

• Implement rewards and recognition program (i.e. posting announcements and ordering gifts/rewards for birthdays, anniversaries, significant employee life events)

• Track, monitor, and protect: Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable / online banking / deposits / reconciliation

• Assure timely and accurate input and processing of payroll and related deductions and expense payroll processing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Professional development assistance

• Vision insurance

Schedule: 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

The Outreach and Education Coordinator plays a vital role in connecting the community to midwifery-centered, family-focused care throughout the greater Chicagoland area. This position leads efforts to expand awareness of the birth center through strategic outreach, educational workshops, and collaborative partnerships with clients, doulas, and wellness professionals. The coordinator facilitates tours, classes, and events that promote childbirth education, postpartum wellness, and sexual health, while also managing social media, marketing materials, and community engagement initiatives. Acting as a key liaison within the birth and maternal health community, the coordinator supports client education, builds referral networks, and ensures that outreach activities align with the birth center’s mission of providing compassionate, community-based care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

• Prior experience as a birth doula and performing birth/maternal health outreach at the community level is preferred

• Ability to work a full-time, flexible schedule; some evenings and weekends will be required

• Intermediate proficiency with Google products (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides), Canva or Adobe products (Photoshop, Illustrator)
  
  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   The position works to identify new clients and partners throughout the greater Chicagoland area in the interest of midwifery-centered, community-based care. This position is responsible for community outreach and organizes/leads educational tours, classes, and workshops with birth center clients, community partners, and birth and wellness professionals. In addition to the outreach and workshops, this position acts as a liaison within the doula community. The coordinator is also responsible for all social media outreach and, as able, creating graphic design, website content, and marketing materials to promote the birth center.

• Coordinate and/or facilitate tours for each pregnancy client in accordance with CABC requirements and work with the Clinical Director and Office Manager to align tour goals with growth projections

• Provide education to clients and interested community members via classes and workshops, including childbirth education, classes to support postpartum and newborn health, as well as other important sexual health and wellness promotion messages

• Respond to phone and email inquiries to educate, answer questions, and assist potential clients with learning more about birth center

• Act as the birth center liaison for community relationships and partnerships, which includes but is not limited to managing and growing resource list, participate in appropriate events or meetups, maintain professional referral relationships, and expand awareness of birth center care

• Support new and experienced doulas in the community through networking opportunities and the development of a doula internship program

• Support midwifery team, nurses/birth assistants, and staff as needed during emergencies within the birth center

• Attend quarterly emergency drills with/without EMS to coordinate safety for birthing clients

• Maintain a detailed record of activities, spending, and overall budget to track the impact of outreach efforts 

• Lead in the development of specific marketing and education materials for the birth center and clients

• Complete appropriate reports for tours, classes, social media, and coordinate end-of-year statistics to administrators, Board of Directors and investors

• Monitor Google reviews and respond timely to each

• Send and assess responses to client satisfaction surveys and assist with any service recovery efforts necessary on behalf of the birth center

• Assists birth center personnel to provide high-quality care, client satisfaction, staff satisfaction, and services to clients

• Performs other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.    

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel 

• The employee is regularly required to use keyboarding skills, using hands to enter data or text  

• The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. 

•  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch 

• The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds 

•  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus 

Wage: $50,000
Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

To apply for this position please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]