Contribute to community health at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton as a Peer Support Provider within the Integrated Care Pathway. Engage with individuals in the Emergency Department and promote vital connections to care and services.
This part-time, temporary role focuses on delivering both informal and formal peer support to individuals facing substance use challenges. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, the Peer Support Provider will facilitate access to addiction treatment, harm reduction strategies, and essential community resources. Your lived experience and understanding of peer support values will make a significant impact on patients' lives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide peer support within the Emergency Department
• Assist individuals in navigating treatment and community services




• Offer education on harm reduction and substance use options
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions
• Foster a respectful and non-judgmental workplace for patients
Requirements:
• Minimum one year of peer support experience
• Personal lived experience with substance use preferred
• Knowledge of addiction services and harm reduction strategies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Help individuals in need navigate their care journey with dignity and respect at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.
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📌 Peer Support Provider for Substance Use (Hamilton)
🏢 St. Joseph
📍 Hamilton