About this role
*Pay:* CA$20.00-CA$21.00 per hour
Job description
Peer Support Worker ? Job Description
Position Overview
- *Title:* Peer Support Worker
- *Hours:* part-time positions, 20 hours (Afternoons)
- *Reports to:* Manager of Programs & Services
- *Divisions:* Programs & Services and the entire organization
- *Employment Type: *Temporary contract until March 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension.
Summary
Peer Support Workers use their own lived experience with mental health, substance use, and/or homelessness to:
- Build trust with clients
- Provide emotional support, advocacy, and system navigation
- Work in a *non-judgmental, trauma-informed, person-centered* way
- Collaborate with HART Hub staff, modeling recovery and fostering hope
- Follow agency procedures and maintain professional boundaries
Education
- High school diploma
- Certificate in Peer Support, Mental Health, Addiction Recovery, or related field (or willingness to obtain)
- Peer support worker certification preferred.
- OR lived experience with demonstrated recovery and wellness
Knowledge & Experience
- Understanding of homelessness, addiction, mental health, poverty
- Knowledge of harm reduction and trauma-informed care
- Awareness of local community supports
- Experience supporting others or self in recovery/crisis
Skills & Qualities
- Empathy, compassion, active listening
- Non-judgmental and inclusive approach
- De-escalation skills
- Good verbal communication
- Professional boundaries/confidentiality
- Ability to support diverse populations
Other Requirements
- Must be 18+
- First Aid/CPR and Mental Health First Aid preferred
- Naloxone training preferred
- Office 365 experience preferred
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one and group support
- Review client info, interview, assess needs and strengths
- Help clients develop action plans, navigate systems, access resources
- Follow agency policies and safety standards
- Promote dignity, empowerment, and choice
- Collaborate with staff and management
- Maintain records and communication
- Support team diversity and cooperation
- Communicate clearly to individuals/groups
- Oversee assigned areas for safety and security
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person
Pay: $20.00-$21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person