Title: Peer Support Worker - Part Time

Number of Positions: 1

Competition Number: C194

Location: Bentley Place

Position Status: Part Time, Permanent

Shift Timings & Days: (Saturday - Sunday) 03:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Reports to: Program Manager

Compensation: (Grid 21) $29.76 - $31.64

Job Summary
ThePeer Support Worker provides supportive mentorship during the recovery andcapacity-building of residents and alumni of the facilityby engaging in theirphysical and mental health needs, as well as being a bridge between residentsand other staff members. The Peer Support Worker has lived experience ofsubstance use and/or mental illness and its treatment.

Responsibilities

Worksas a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide peer-based support andguidance to service recipients, including individual support, peer support andfacilitating peer-based recovery groups, in accordance with pre-establishedgoals and objectives.

Supportsservice recipients using motivational and supportive self-disclosure includingthe sharing of personal recovery experiences

Supportsskill building, goal attainment, empowerment and recovery through peermentorship

Provides emotional support.

Observesclients and their environments, and reports unsafe conditions and behavioural,physical, and/or cognitive changes to supervisor

Identifiesavailable social, economic, recreational, and educational services andresources in the community that will meet clients’ needs. Provides clients withrelated information.

Accompaniesclients on outings such as appointments, shopping, and leisure activities

Providepractical supports including site orientation, sharing and distribution ofresource materials, assisting with the completion of forms and letters, andreceiving/documenting complaints and ideas for improved service delivery

Providesinput to case planning and goal setting

Meetoperational needs a required, including the safety of the building andoccupants

Completesand maintains related records and documentation such as statistics, progressreports, and daily logs

Practiceand encourage respects, trust, empathy, and integrity in interactions withresidents

Developsand maintains positive and respectful relationships with co-workers and themultidisciplinary team





Performsother related duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

HighSchool diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and experiencesuch as a certificate in Community Social Services.

Approximately1 year of experience, including lived experience, in recovery, recovery insubstance use or co-occurring substance use, and/or mental health issues

Experienceleading or participating in community groups

Experienceproviding one-on-one support in a relevant setting

Satisfactorycompletion of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening isrequired

Satisfactorycompletion of Tuberculosis Screening form is required

Satisfactorycompletion of Employee Immunization Record form is required

Skills & Knowledge

Stronginterpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in writing andverbally in English

Strongcritical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

Ability to perceive situationalor other stressors that elevate risk and act proactively in response

Ability to engage and involveadults in support and learning activities

Demonstrated commitment to thesocial sector with a passion for the organization’s mission is essential

Competencies
Approachto Work

Demonstratesinitiative, flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness

Activelyseeks and incorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvement

Setsgoals, creates and implements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluatesresults

Adeptlymanages competing tasks and uses time efficiently and effectively

JobKnowledge & Quality of Work

High-degree of relevant and current job knowledgeand skill

Consistently produces accurate, thorough,high-quality work in a timely manner

Builds and promotes a culture of health and safetyin the workplace

Implements and enforces best practices in healthand safety within the workplace

Judgement& Decision-Making

Models independent thinking and creativity





Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills

Makes clear, consistent, transparent and timelydecisions after contemplating various available courses of action

Exercises sound judgment in the best interests ofthe organization

Communication& Interpersonal Skills

Expresses themselves clearly and professionallyboth verbally and in writing

Displays high emotional intelligence; uses tact anddiplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential situations

Has a manner, style and presence that makes apositive impression

Listens to and considers others’ views

PersonalLeadership

Models the organization’s core values of socialjustice, teamwork, social innovation, and strength-based practices

Fosters enthusiasm, energy and commitment

Takes responsibility for personal actions,performance and health

Is reliable and accountable; shows up on time readyto work

Teamwork& Collaboration

Effectively works with their colleagues to ensureorganizational success

Champions positive working relationships with staffand external stakeholders

Supports an environment of openness, and championsteamwork and communication across programs

Leverages the expertise and experience of othersfor organizational success

Closing Details
Closing Date
Internalapplications will be accepted until September 07th, 2026, 04:00 pm

“Allemployees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply onthe vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.”Internal applicants must notify the manager of intent to apply.

Externalapplicants will be reviewed after internal applicants have been reviewed andinterviewed.

Phoenixis committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people ofall gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenouspeoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipateneeding accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process maycontact our HR department. Any personal information provided will be maintainedin confidence.

Whilewe thank all applicants for their interest in this prospect, only thoseselected for an interview will be contacted.

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