Job Title: Peer Support Worker Location: Summerland Foundry Employment Status: Temp Part -Time Contract End Date: March 31, 2027 The Peer Support Worker is a member of the Foundry Summerland Team and offers peer-based mentoring and emotional support to youth ages 12-24, and works collaboratively with youth, their families and allies, and members of the care team.

The Peer Support

Worker plays a key role in ensuring the Centre offers a safe, welcoming, inclusive and youth-friendly environment, facilitating youth engagement, independence and participation. This position assists with the delivery of peer-based walk-in services and is responsible for the organization and facilitation of groups and events. Grade 12 plus recent, related experience working with youth or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Lived experience with mental health and/or substance challenges, completion of/eligible for completion of a recognized youth peer support training program, and willing to self-identify and share experience. criminal record check # personal and professional references # Willing to complete IPS training and certification Valid BC Class 5 Driver's license, reliable vehicle and clean driver’s abstract Adherence to OneSky policies and procedures, program operations manual and commitment to Code of Ethics Demonstrated ability to relate to and engage with youth, and understanding of the value of peer/client involvement Ability to establish rapport with clients, their families and their support networks, and to maintain supportive,



collaborative relationships Demonstrated ability to recognize changes in clients and communicate those changes to others on the care team Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to gather and process information to support clients and/or the care team Basic knowledge of computer skills and social media Willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends Plays a key role in ensuring that the Centre offers a safe, welcoming, inclusive and youth-friendly environment, facilitating youth engagement, independence and participation Establishes and maintains trusting and purposeful relationships with clients and supports their engagement and participation in Centre activities Provides support, guidance and mentorship for youth and their allies, and assists in sharing information on resources and service navigation Assists clients toward self-managing all aspects of their life including their mental wellness, substance use and/or other health conditions by sharing information and a lived experience perspective Assists with creating an effective and supportive connection between service providers and clients, and facilitates awareness of youth/family needs facilitates recovery-based peer support meetings and activities Support youth with navigating resources and services and making appropriate referrals as needed Maintains a commitment to maintaining inclusive quality service environments that provide clients with respect, and value their choices and abilities Supports and maintains CQI initiatives and accreditation requirements Supports the mission, vision and values of OneSky At OneSky Community Resources, we believe in the strength of community, the importance of connection, and the potential of every young person.

As a Peer Support Worker at Foundry Penticton, you’ll be part of a passionate, multidisciplinary team working together to create secure, inclusive, and youth-friendly spaces. You’ll play a vital role in offering meaningful peer-based support, fostering trust, and helping youth feel seen, heard, and empowered.

📌 Peer Support Worker - Temp PT (Summerland)
🏢 OneSky Community Resources
📍 Summerland