Indigenous Birth Support Worker (One Year Term)
FHQ Health Services
File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council invites applications for the position of:
Indigenous Birth Support Worker
(One Year Term)
The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council is a dynamic and progressive organization that provides a range of programs and health services which serve eleven First Nations throughout Southern Saskatchewan within the Treaty Four Territory. The position is based at the All Nations Healing Hospital, located in Fort Qu’Appelle, SK.
Reporting to the Director of Programs & Community Services or her designate, the Indigenous Birth Support Worker will work as part of the Community Health Maternal Child Health Program and Women’s Health Team to provide wholistic care to women and families within the eleven FHQTC communities. The Indigenous Birth Support Worker will offer support and help to pregnant women, advocate for the mother to support a positive birth experience and ensure cultural traditions and/or ceremonies are available and respected. The Indigenous Birth Support Worker will provide women and their partners with emotional support, physical comfort, and information during pregnancy, labor, and in the post-partum period.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Completion of Birth Doula Studies Program
- Experience working in maternal child health an asset
- Valid class 5 license
- CPIC & Vulnerable Sector’s check.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Basic knowledge of physiology of birth
- Knowledge, understanding, and cultural humility working with First Nations
- Ability to work independently and as a member of the multidisciplinary team
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Ability to work independently
- Basic computer skills
Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (7.5 hrs./day).
Rate of Pay/Benefits:
$42,952 to $45,970
Competitive health benefits and pension plan.
Application Deadline:
January 22, 2025
All interested individuals should forward a cover letter clearly demonstrating how they meet the requirements of this position, a current resume, and three current references to:
Human Resources
FHQTC Health Services
P.O. Box 300
Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. S0G 1S0
Fax: 306-332-3790
E-mail: hr.anhh@fhqtc.com
We thank all applicants for applying. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
To apply for this job email your details to hr.anhh@fhqtc.com.