Impact lives as a Peer Support Worker in the Mental Health Substance Use team in Kamloops, B.C. Use your experiences to foster change for clients in need of support.

A full-time position is available at Interior Health for a Peer Support Worker 1, focusing on providing essential support to those with severe and persistent mental health needs. The role requires someone who can empathize and relate to clients while promoting harm reduction and self-determination. You will work in various community settings, supporting individuals and integrating your lived experiences and wisdom into your practice.

Key Responsibilities:
• Build authentic relationships based on lived experience
• Collaborate with clients on personalized wellness plans
• Conduct supportive counselling and advocacy




• Assist clients in navigating available resources
• Adjust care strategies according to client needs

Requirements:
• Personal history with mental health or substance use issues
• Robust skills in communication and empathy
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively
• Understanding of harm reduction and community service
• Commitment to client well-being and confidentiality

Support those facing challenges in their mental health journey and make a difference with the ACT team in Kamloops.
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📌 Kamloops Peer Support Worker with ACT Team (British Columbia)
🏢 Interior Health Authority
📍 British Columbia