Support youth through peer mentoring and emotional support at Foundry Penticton in a temporary full-time position with adaptable service needs.

As a Peer Support Worker, you will support youth ages 12 to 24 alongside families, allies, and the care team. You will help maintain a safe, welcoming, inclusive, youth-friendly Centre while encouraging engagement, independence, and participation. The position includes walk-in services, groups, events, resource navigation, and recovery-based peer support.

Key Responsibilities:

- Build trusting relationships supporting youth engagement and participation
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and emotional peer support
- Share resources and assist with service navigation
- Facilitate peer support meetings, groups, and activities
- Maintain client records and participate in team meetings

Requirements:

- Grade 12 and recent related youth experience
- Lived experience with mental health or substance challenges
- Recognized youth peer support training completion or eligibility
- Valid BC Class 5 licence and reliable vehicle
- Willingness to obtain First Aid, CPR, and IPS certification

Bring lived experience, youth engagement, and collaborative support skills to OneSky’s Foundry Penticton team.

📌 Peer Support Worker Foundry Penticton (Canada)
🏢 OneSky Community Resources
📍 Canada