Indigenous Birth Support Worker - Doula

Position #: 203038

Expected Start Date: November 30, 2026

Union: SEIU

Facility: Jim Pattison Children's Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Maternal Services 1

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 30, 2028

FTE: 0.79

Shift Information: Days, Nights, Weekends

Number of Hours per Rotation: 10 shifts of 11.78 hours per 4 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Extended Shift Hours (11.78)

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 9 $21.380 to $22.890 (3 step range)

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Responsible for providing women, their partners and families with continuous emotional support, physical comfort and assistance in obtaining information before, during or just after childbirth. This may include very specific cultural practices that the birthing mother and/or couple wish to incorporate into their birthing experience. Act as a liaison to Elders, Knowledge Keepers and Traditional Healers as desired by women and their families

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Grade 12
• Indigenous Birth Support Worker certificate

Competencies

• Basic medical terminology
• Interpersonal skills
• Basic - Computer skills
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture
• Knowledge of the history of Indigenous People in Canada
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of physiology of birth

Other Information

• Valid driver's license, where required
• Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.