The vision: Through Native Self-Determination and Culturally Relevant Health Systems, we strive to be the healthiest people.

At the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) we administer a comprehensive healthcare system throughout 58 rural communities with a mission of Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health.

YKHC serves 58 federally-recognized Tribes and operates 41 Village Clinics. Our five larger communities are served by five Sub-Regional Clinics. All communities in our service area are served by the 55 bed regional hospital in Bethel.

For more information about our hospital or the region please visit Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation - We Strive to be the Healthiest People (www.ykhc.org){target="_blank"}

Position Summary:

Able to understand and state the WIC vision and mission and statement of purpose. Signs a contract to become a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (BFPC) within the first week of hire. Attends breastfeeding training classes to become a peer counselor. BFPC status is gained through self study of 6 modules on breastfeeding topics such as managing breastfeeding and pumping. BFPC gives basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding women.