Addiction & Mental Health Worker, Peer Support – Operation SharingDirect Service - (OPSEU)Part-Time, Contract (Ending: Approximately 12 months)Woodstock, Ontario (Oxford Zone)This posting is the result of new fundingApplication Deadline: June 3, 2026We believe that everyone has the right to access supports that will foster growth and allow them to live with dignity and independence in our community.Within the mission and philosophy of CMHA TVAMHS and the values of Peer Support Canada, the Peer Support Staff will intentionally utilize their lived experience with mental health and/or addictions and homelessness to provide formal Peer Support services at Operation Sharing through one-on-one and group engagement, as well as community outreach.Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a PVSC are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 5 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team!What We’re OfferingWhat you’ll be making – Starting rate for this role is$27.14per hour (Level 1 – Direct Service), with a wage differential based on regulation ( $30.01per hour for Level 1 – Direct Service, Regulated):Successful candidates who are registered with one of the designated professional colleges (e.G. OCSWSSW, CNO, COTO, CRPO, CPSO, or CPO) will receive the wage differential for regulationSuccessful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8 ( $34.41per hour for non-regulated, and$37.26per hour for regulated)For internal applicants, grid level placement will occur as per the Collective AgreementWhen you’ll work – 56 hours over two-week period; scheduled within the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday‑Friday, with one unpaid hour for lunchWhat your advantages will be – 9% in lieu of benefitsYour pension plan – Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)How You Will Make a DifferenceThe Peer Support Program will adhere to the following values and principles:Meet and engage peers “where they are at”Extend unconditional high regard to peers at every point in the journeyUphold the rights of peers to have their voices heard and valuedTreat peers with respect, and expect respect in return; support mutually beneficial relationshipsSupport peers to continue in their wellness journey, regardless of their diagnostic criteria and statusRealize that relating based on shared/similar experience is unparalleled in terms of therapeutic valueRecognize that peer supports have a different level of empathy than those without lived experienceAble to intentionally share aspects of one’s own story, and able to show a level of vulnerability as a central component of practiceFoster self‑determination,



independence and resist dependencies when working with peersAble to take chances by being honest and using direct communication with peersPrimary ResponsibilitiesProvide Peer Support through 1:1, Groups, Outreach and Engagement at Operation Sharing sites including Day Space and the overnight shelterSupport individuals experiencing mental health, addictions and homelessness related concerns in creating personal goals for recovery and wellness and sustaining meaningful lives in their communityLiaise with professionals and with the community for the benefit of peers while adhering to the principle of confidentialityAdvocate for peer rights and support self‑advocacy and self‑determinationProvides skill teaching, and support to peers to assist in goal achievement.Provide Peer level crisis support and crisis prevention planning through Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP)Ongoing professional skill development/continuing education towards the delivery of mental health and addiction services.Able to build positive relationships with other Peer team and Operation Sharing colleagues and support cohesiveness and positivity for team buildingOther duties and responsibilities as assignedDirect ServicePromote empowerment and self‑determination of others through non‑judgmental listeningConnect peers to resources in their communityMeet with individuals to support them to determine their own support needs and interestsPlan and facilitate peer support groupsDevelop, facilitate and evaluate Peer Outreach Program activitiesDevelop and evaluate peer programming in collaboration with other CMHA TVAMHS Peer Coordinators, Manager, and Operation Sharing staffMaintain privacy and confidentiality of individualsMaintain statistical records associated with program functions according to agency guidelinesComplete administrative duties and documentation as requiredAttend CMHA TVAMHS Peer Support team and agency staff meetings, and participate in Operation Sharing meetings as requiredParticipate in relevant committee meetings i.E. Direct Service, Ethics CommitteeCarry out the policies and procedures of CMHA TVAMHS as set forth in the Policy and Procedure Manual; respect the necessary site‑specific policies and procedures of Operation Sharing when on locationRegularly meet with CMHA TVMHAS Peer Support leadership for general supervision, performance evaluation and identification of training needsEnsure compliance with agency Privacy, Confidentiality, and Code of Ethics policies and procedures,



as well as the Peer Support Canada Code of ConductSupport peers in their treatment planning including assisting with referrals to health and social services and other community organizations as needed.Partnership EnhancementBuild and maintain relationships with community partners that will enable the introduction of intentional peer support into community settings targeting various populationsEngage, support and provide excellent service to our community partnersCoordinate Peer Support training for community partners, fellow staff members and Peer Volunteers as applicableOutreach Specific DutiesAttend Operation Sharing housing and shelter sites to engage peers and offer support based on peers’ expressed needs and interests including connecting peers with basic needs supplies, harm reduction equipment, etc.Facilitate a trauma and violence informed, strengths‑based approach to care that emphasizes the importance of hope, self‑determination and empowermentMaintain healthy boundaries within the supportive, collaborative peer working relationshipFacilitate one on one and peer‑focused social/support/life skills groups based on recovery and wellness principles for clients in the communityWhat You’ll Need to ApplyPolice Vulnerable Sector Check RequirementsSuccessful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a PVSC are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 5 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.Required QualificationsLived experience of mental illness and/or addictions and homelessnessOntario Secondary School Diploma and/or equivalent/related experience (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.E. original degree/diploma or official transcript)Experience working with individuals living with mental illness and/or addictions/problematic substance use, especially in a peer support capacityValid Driver’s LicenseAccess to vehicle for personal transportationAbility to attend work regularlyPreferred QualificationsCompleted formal peer support training and education (e.G., Peer Support Canada, Center for Innovation in Peer Support, etc.)Current First Aid and CPR certificationASIST certificatePrevious Peer Support experience, including paid, volunteer, and/or placement positionsAt a place in wellness journey where you are able model wellness to peers; as well as to respond to any personal mental health/addictions concerns as they ariseBilingual both official languages, preferred; préférence sera accordée aux candidats qui sont compétents dans les deux langues officielles du CanadaWe welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] Notifications:For legal purposes our full business name is: Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health ServicesArtificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Addiction & Mental Health Worker, Peer Support - Operation Sharing - $27.1 An Hour - Part Time (Winnipeg)
🏢 Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
📍 Winnipeg