Make a difference as a Peer Advocate with Northern Health in Terrace! Your expertise in mental health and peer support will thrive in our specialized community services.

This role involves engaging directly with diverse communities, particularly Indigenous groups, while leveraging your history in social services and addiction support. You’ll work from Monday to Friday, ensuring impactful health promotion and harm reduction initiatives. Your lived experience and skilled knowledge will help foster relationships and provide essential guidance for peers in need.

Key Responsibilities:
• Facilitate peer support and health promotion activities
• Implement harm reduction strategies in community settings
• Mentor and guide peers in various environments




• Advocate for health services within Indigenous communities
• Prepare and present materials for community engagement

Requirements:
• Two years of experience in peer mentoring and social services
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultural principles and health contexts
• Valid BC Driver's License may be required
• Grade 12 education with ongoing relevant coursework
• Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation principles

Utilize your knowledge of community dynamics and mental health to support individuals and families in Northern Health's dedicated team.
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📌 Peer Advocate in Northern Health (British Columbia)
🏢 Northern Health
📍 British Columbia