Position Available: Peer Support Worker
Status: Temporary Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Department: Mental Health - PACT
Union: Non Union
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Extrended Hours
Rate of Pay: $35.35/hr - $44.17/hr
Posting Date: August 26, 2026
Closing Date: September 9, 2026
About Joseph Brant Hospital: Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.
JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca .
Responsibilities: Emergency Department and Acute Mental health Inpatients process – what to expect
Resource information – what the role of Hospital is and what support can be accessed in the community upon departure from the Hospital
Emotional support and problem solving opportunities




Encourage and facilitate opportunities for community integration
Education to individuals regarding Peer Support Services and the role of Peer Support Network
Advocacy on behalf of individuals for access to required resources
Discussions of recovery values and principles with a focus on strengths and wellness
An introduction to a recovery support plan or recovery crisis plan
Support in communicating with others (family, companion, care provider, clinical staff)
Qualifications: Personal lived experience of mental illness and/or addiction as a consumer/survivor of the mental health system
Honours and displays knowledge of recovery principles
Successful completion of Peer Support Training Program at MHRC or equivalent i.e. OPDI including the completion of 20 to 50 hours of practicum
Experience providing peer support; a minimum of one year preferred
Displays excellent business acumen, communication skills & punctuality
Ability to act as a mentor to mental health consumers, modeling excellent communication skills, coping techniques and self-care




Ability to establish and maintain trusting relationships with consumers of the mental health system while maintaining appropriate professional relationships and boundaries
Demonstrates practical knowledge of community resources
Demonstrate the ability to create a welcoming environment by being approachable, available and non-judgmental
Demonstrate an ability to work as a member of a team
Ability to maintain accurate records and possess basic computer skills
Willingness to learn new skills, to take on additional duties as they arise and are appropriate
ASIST, safeTALK, WRAP and Mental Health First Aid Training are considered assets
Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.
Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.
Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free workplace by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [email protected] or at (phone hidden) ext. 4129.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

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📌 Peer Support Worker - Mental Health - PACT - TFT (247788-67) (Ontario)
🏢 Joseph Brant Hospital
📍 Ontario