Open Door Group (ODG), a mission driven non-profit organization serving communities across Alberta and BC, is looking for a Peer Support Worker to join our team!

Wage: $25.79 to $27.51 per hour Status: Part-Time, Permanent Work hours may include occasional evenings based on participant needs. This role requires regular travel within Edmonton to deliver services in social housing communities and other community-based locations as part of a mobile outreach model. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are assets.

The BRIDGE Program is a community-based employment initiative that supports individuals experiencing complex and intersecting barriers to workforce entry or reentry. The program operates through a mobile outreach model embedded in social housing communities, alongside services delivered at Open Door Group’s Edmonton Employment Centre. Support is accessible, relationship‑based, and grounded in trust and respect.

The Peer Support

Worker plays a vital role in advancing the goals of the BRIDGE Program. This role provides practical, emotional, and social support to participants navigating complex barriers. Working collaboratively with Case Managers, the Peer Support Worker uses lived or living experience intentionally and ethically to build trust, strengthen engagement, and support participants in achieving individualized goals related to life stability and employment readiness.

ODG proudly holds the title of one of Canada's Certified Great Places to Work, fostering a culture of compassion and authenticity. ODG is committed to transparent, equitable, and competitive pay structures, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Your well‑being matters, and we provide an Employee and Family Assistance Program to support you.

Community Impact

Be part of an organization that goes beyond the conventional, providing tailored employment services to build strong workforce ecosystems and thriving communities.



Your work will directly contribute to the social and economic well‑being of the community. Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered.

Naloxone training Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check Non Violent Crisis Intervention training, or willingness to obtain Minimum one year of recent, related experience supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges, substance use, housing instability, or other complex barriers Demonstrated lived or living experience with mental health recovery, substance use recovery, homelessness, or housing transitions Experience applying trauma‑informed and recovery‑oriented approaches in community‑based settings Knowledge of current social issues related to homelessness, mental health, and substance use Understanding of Disability, Equity, and Inclusion principles, the human rights code, and relevant legislation Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and service systems Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems, or ability to learn new systems quickly Ability to work independently in outreach settings and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable personal vehicle is an asset Work is conducted in community‑based settings, including social housing sites, as well as at Open Door Group’s Edmonton Employment Centre This role involves both independent outreach work and collaboration within a team setting Open Door Group values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. We are looking for qualified individuals who represent, at all job levels, the diversity of the people we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of all genders and sexual orientations, racialized individuals, people with disabilities, individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, and faith traditions.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us toll‑free at 1 (phone hidden) and ask to speak with an HR representative, or you can email us at humanresources@opendoorgroup.

📌 Peer Support Worker (Part Time) (Edmonton)
🏢 Open Door Group
📍 Edmonton