Student Placements
We are proud to provide meaningful and enriching student placement opportunities for aspiring clinicians. Our placements are designed to foster growth, deepen clinical expertise, and inspire a passion for culturally informed, trauma-informed care.
We prioritize supporting the growth of Indigenous clinicians, creating space for students to explore and expand their skills while feeling empowered to provide culturally rooted care. That said, we welcome applications from non-Indigenous students who share our commitment to respectful, inclusive, and wholistic mental health practices.
At WWC, we believe in nurturing future clinicians to deliver high-quality, compassionate care while embracing diverse cultural strengths and knowledge.
Why Choose WWC for Your Placement?
Flexible Placements:
Full-time and part-time opportunities are available year-round to suit your schedule.
Hands-On Experience:
Build clinical skills by offering individual therapy, facilitating online circles, and contributing to cultural programming.
Collaborative Environment:
Students are valued members of our circle. Your curiosity, passion, and fresh perspectives are celebrated as you contribute to our shared vision of wellness.
Culturally Grounded Care:
Join a team that prioritizes culturally responsive practices, especially for Indigenous communities.
Hybrid Work Environment:
Enjoy the flexibility of working from home, along with many unique in-person onsite learning opportunities.
We welcome students who are committed to growing their practice in ways that honour community, equity, and collective care.
Core Competencies for Student Placements at WWC
At the Weaving Wellness Centre (WWC), our student placements are grounded in trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and relational practice. We are looking for students who bring curiosity, openness, and a willingness to grow alongside our team and community.
Students applying for placement with WWC should demonstrate:
Respect & Cultural Humility:
Openness to learning from Indigenous worldviews and reflecting on personal biases.
Trauma-Informed Practice:
Awareness of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, and empowerment in client care.
Relational Skills:
Ability to build trust, listen with empathy, and communicate with care.
Basic Training in Therapeutic Skills:
Foundational knowledge in counselling approaches, active listening, and professional boundaries.
Collaboration & Professionalism:
Commitment to teamwork, accountability, and ethical practice.
Self-Reflection & Constructive Feedback:
Willingness to reflect on personal growth and maintain healthy boundaries. Ability to receive constructive feedback and integrate into practice.
Flexibility & Adaptability:
Openness to engaging in a variety of tasks, both clinical and community-based.
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you’re passionate about making a difference and eager to grow your skills in a supportive, empowering environment, we’d love to hear from you.
To take the next step in your professional journey with WWC, please send an expression of interest to: intake@weavingwellness.ca