Title: Peer Support Worker - Part Time Position Status: Part Time, Permanent Shift Timings & Days: (Saturday - Sunday) 03:00 pm - 11:00 pm 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. 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.

Identifiesavailable social, economic, recreational, and educational services andresources in the community that will meet clients’ needs. 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 HighSchool diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and experiencesuch as a certificate in Community Social Services.



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 Employee Immunization Record form is required Stronginterpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in writing andverbally in English Ability to perceive situationalor other stressors that elevate risk and act proactively in response Ability to engage and involveadults in support and learning activities Activelyseeks and incorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvement JobKnowledge & Quality of Work Consistently produces accurate, thorough,high-quality work in a timely manner Expresses themselves clearly and professionallyboth verbally and in writing Displays high emotional intelligence; 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 Supports an workplace of openness, and championsteamwork and communication across programs 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.

📌 Peer Support Worker - (Part Time) (Vancouver)
🏢 Kaizen Lab
📍 Vancouver