We provide primary health care through a range of options including prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and
treatment. Our interprofessional teams include health professionals, educators and support workers
representing both traditional Indigenous and contemporary models of care. Also, use of wholistic healthcare
that addresses the heart, mind, spirit, and body. WNHAC offers incredible experiences and exposure to
cross-cultural medicine in growing community focused health care system.
A Midwife is a primary health care provider who possesses the knowledge, skills, and competencies to
provide care to women, birthing people, infants, and families throughout pregnancy and the postpartum
period. The Midwife adheres to the philosophy of midwifery care and works collaboratively within an
interdisciplinary team to support culturally safe, client-centered care.
WNHAC's Indigenous Midwifery Program currently provides prenatal and postpartum care to families within
its service region that includes clinic-based, outreach, and community-based services. While the program
does not currently provide intrapartum (labour and birth) care, WNHAC is actively working to expand local
birthing options for Indigenous families. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting
the growth and future development of Indigenous midwifery services in the region.
NOTE: Traditional practices involve cultural ceremonies and burning sacred medicines including tobacco,
sweetgrass, sage and cedar within the work setting.
