Psychiatrist – Indigenous Perinatal Mental Health

Mental Health, Recovery Alberta is inviting applications for a compassionate and experienced Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team at Elbow River Healing Lodge and the Indigenous Mental Health Clinic. This part-time position (1–2 full days per week) focuses on supporting Indigenous women during pregnancy and up to one year postpartum.

About the Role
The successful candidate will provide psychiatric care in a culturally safe, trauma-informed environment alongside a team of dedicated professionals including family physicians, therapists, and a prenatal outreach nurse. Regular collaboration is supported through structured meetings: monthly with the broader care team and weekly with the outreach nurse.

What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from psychiatrists who are Indigenous or who possess a strong understanding of the impact of colonization on Indigenous mental wellness. Candidates should have:

• A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience
• Expertise in trauma-related mental health
• Experience in perinatal mental health, addiction care, and working with Children’s Services (considered strong assets)

Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative, community-centered care. In addition to clinical work, the role offers a chance to engage in systems change through a funded research project focused on developing a strategic plan for Indigenous Perinatal Mental Health in Calgary. This initiative is supported by the Alliance Against Violence and Adversity and includes funding for a PhD student.

Make a Difference
Join a team that is reshaping perinatal mental health support through culturally grounded, collaborative, and evidence-informed care. Be part of creating lasting, meaningful change for Indigenous families in Calgary.

The candidate must be eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.
Must read, write, and speak English.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Additional Information
Position Classification: Part-time
FTE: 0.2
Unit and Program: Indigenous MH Clinic
Specialty: Psychiatry
Recruiting Organization: Recovery Alberta
Sponsorship Eligible: No
Compensation: Physicians will be able to bill fee for service.
The Practitioner is responsible for purchasing health and insurance benefits. For complete details on the AMA benefits, please see www.albertadoctors.org.
Community Info: NA
Posting Date: May 13, 2025
Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
Target Start Date: Jul 2, 2025