Become a vital part of SOAR Community Services as a Peer Support Specialist in Brantford, ON. This full time role is dedicated to helping clients aged 16+ navigate their substance use and mental health recovery journey through shared experience.
As a Peer Support Specialist, you will use your lived experience to create supportive connections with individuals facing challenges related to substance use and mental health. This position plays a crucial role in the Withdrawal Management and Treatment Services program, allowing you to encourage clients while facilitating peer-led groups and collaborating with staff. Your insights will contribute significantly to the overall recovery process.
Key Responsibilities:
• Establish supportive relationships based on shared lived experiences • Provide encouragement to clients during recovery • Facilitate peer-led groups and discussions • Identify personal goals with clients for their recovery • Work collaboratively with staff while maintaining skilled boundaries
Requirements: • Personal recovery experience from substance use or mental health issues • Ability to model positive recovery behaviors • Robust communication and group facilitation skills • College diploma or certificate preferred • Valid G level driver's license
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📌 Brantford Peer Support Specialist Needed Winnipeg (Canada)
🏢 Soar Community Services
📍 Canada
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