About the Role:The Crisis Stabilization program is an eight bed residential crisis service, providing an alternative to hospitalization or criminal detention for individuals experiencing a crisis related to their substance use and mental health. Staff provide de-escalation and stabilization of the immediate crisis and connection to the services needed to enable safe and reliable community living that addresses client health and wellbeing longer term.The Peer Supporter will work as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide a range of practical and emotional supports from the perspective of their lived experience and embodying a sense of hope and possibility for the future. Transportation of clients is required; Evening/weekend work isrequired on a rotational basis and when on call.Hours of Work:Monday - Friday (11am-7pm)Hours are scheduled on a two (2) week rotational basis which includes working every second weekend, and occasional holidays (Statutory holidays)Participation in an on call rotation is a requirement of this role, in addition to the regular hours of workRole Type: 1 FT Permanent, 1 FT Contract (approx. 12 months)Number of Vacancies: 2 positions availableWhy Work for Stonehenge?Enhanced vacation offered to all staffPaid Wellness daysHealth and dental perks (no employee co-pay)Employee and Family Assistance Plan available to all staffPersonal and professional development opportunitiesQualifications:Lived experience of addiction and recovery required (mental health recovery an asset)Post-secondary education in addictions, social services, or related fieldExperience providing support to individuals experiencing substance use and/or mental health related crisisFront line experience providing crisis management, outreach services,



and community-based supportsIn depth knowledge and understanding of services available in the Guelph Wellington region preferredExperience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use-related crisisVulnerable Sector Screening Check (VSS)CSC Clearance conducted by PWGS CanadaStandard First Aid/CPR Level CReliable Vehicle, Ontario Driver's license (G2 or G)Must provide proof from Insurance provider of 1) at least $2 million in general liability and 2) have declared scope of vehicle use to Insurance providerWilling to transport clients to appointments in your own vehicleTravel within the Wellington Guelph areaRole Overview:Direct SupportDeliver support in a manner that is consistent with emerging best practice and that reflects key principles of the harm reduction and recovery-oriented approaches to careEngage in purposeful and deliberate sharing of your own lived experience of substance use/mental health recovery to facilitate the development of strong, peer support connections with program participantsSupport participants in achieving the wellness goals they have identified in relation to substance use, mental health,



and other domains of lifeWork alongside participants to support life skills development as identified in their personal goalsAssist participants to connect to local resources by providing service navigation support and appointment accompaniment when necessarySupport plans for crisis intervention and risk managementSupport comprehensive and collaborative discharge planningFacilitate psycho-education and support groups for participants in the houseEngage in conflict resolution as necessaryMaintain appropriate confidentiality and documentation standards as required by the agencyProgram SupportMonitor the Crisis Stabilization environment (building)Conduct bed checksProvide medication to clients and complete required documentationMonitor withdrawal symptoms as necessary using withdrawal monitoring scalesParticipate in program development as neededSome light cooking and housekeeping responsibilities required, including room inspections and turnover upon client discharge, laundry, and sanitization of common spacesProvide education to community partners as requiredOn a rotational basis, provide on-call services during evenings and weekendsAdministration and ReportingInvolvement in program evaluation, data collection/input into CaseWORKSApplications will be open until September 2, 2026 at 4pm.We look forward to meeting you!Stonehenge Therapeutic Community accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require it, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request.Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for all and encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Full-Time Peer Supporter Role (Oshawa)
🏢 Stonehenge Therapeutic Community
📍 Oshawa