About This Position
Conditions: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 @ 4:30pm
Wiijii’idiwag Ikwewag Inc. (Women Helping Each Other) & the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba (FNHSSM) have established a partnership to relaunch the birth helper services through the Ikiskawasoot: She Carries Life research project. Ikiskawasoot is a Northern Indigenous pregnancy care network led by Indigenous Birth Helpers (IBH) that will provide culturally safe care to improve the prenatal, birthing, and postpartum experience for First Nations women and their families.
General Responsibilities
The Birth Helpers would provide support to mothers giving birth at the Thompson General Hospital (TGH) and provide dedicated birth support in Winnipeg for those who must be transferred there for labour and delivery.
The Candidate Should Possess:
- A strong understanding of traditional cultural teachings, songs and knowledge of traditional Indigenous birthing and parenting practices as relevant to their own communities and experiences;
- Experience working with First Nations/Indigenous Elders, women and families at a community and/or program level;
- Ability to build and maintain respectful and effective relationships with diverse groups, organizations, and individuals;
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with mothers and families;
- Ability to multi-task, set priorities effectively, time manage, problem solve and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- Ability to develop and document support and wellness plans, document meetings and produce reports;
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel;
The Candidate Must Have:
- Grade 12 diploma with an Indigenous Doula certification or a minimum of 3 years of experience working within a First Nation health or social service organization;
- Must be willing to obtain Indigenous Doula and Breastfeeding Support certification;
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends and a rotational on-call schedule;
- Ability to travel, possess a valid MB Class 5 Driver’s License and have access to a reliable vehicle;
- Fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
How To Apply
We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Late submissions will not be accepted.
1. Through the form on this webpage; or
2. Submit a cover letter, resume and salary expectations through the form on this page or by separate email to the attention of:
Email: ikwe@birthsovereignty.ca
We thank all those who apply, but only those considered for the position will be contacted. Late submissions will not be accepted.