Support traditional healing services at Whitehorse General Hospital through program coordination, patient referrals, and knowledge of Yukon First Nations cultures.
This term full time position coordinates Traditional Medicine, Traditional Diet, and other culture-based programs offered by YHC. Reporting to the Manager, First Nation Health Programs, the incumbent informs patients and families about traditional foods, medicines, healing, interpretation, and Elder services. The role facilitates chosen traditional healing supports and contributes to care.
Key Responsibilities: Facilitate traditional healing through foods and medicines
Connect patients with selected helpers and healers
Coordinate interpretation and Elder services
Participate in patient care, referrals, and support




Provide cultural education to healthcare providers and staff
Requirements: Excellent knowledge of traditional healing methods and medicines
Knowledge of Yukon First Nations culture and social history
Five to seven years directly related experience
Graduation from an acceptable two-year health or social service program
Fluency in one or more Yukon First Nations languages
Bring traditional healing expertise, patient support abilities, and Yukon First Nations cultural knowledge to this coordinating position.

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📌 Traditional Healing Program Coordinator (Yukon)
🏢 Yukon Hospital
📍 Yukon