Regular, Full-Time *CMHA Across Manitoba is committed to our workforce reflecting the diversity of the communities within which we work. As such, we encourage applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the diversity of our staff. Personal experience with mental illness and or addiction, either through self or a loved one, is an asset.* The Opportunity We have a full-time regular position available for a Peer Outreach Worker to work within CMHA’s Housing Services in Dauphin, MB. The Position Collaborating with participants and the housing team, the peer outreach worker supports individuals experiencing mental illness, addictions, and homelessness to choose, get, and keep housing of their choice in the community. The worker conducts outreach, builds relationships, provides emotional support, connects individuals to resources, teaches life skills, aids in recovery plans, and contributes to the rehabilitation process by acting as a liaison between participant and environment. A full

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is available on request. The hourly rate for this position falls within Band 3 of the Collective Agreement, ranging from $22.51 to $28.34 per hour, based on a 35-hour workweek. Hours may be adjusted to include evenings and weekends when necessary. The QualificationsRequired § High school graduation with preference for a diploma, certificate, or coursework in social work, education or psychology. § One year experience in a community-based social service setting (mental health, addiction, housing). § Willing to share personal lived experience of recovery with homelessness, mental health, and/or addiction issues. § Peer Support Certification or a willingness to pursue certification. § Knowledge of poverty, homelessness, mental health, addictions, and related systems and community services. § Engagement and communication skills.



§ Knowledge of issues related to poverty, homelessness, mental health, addictions, and related systems and community services. § Knowledge of Indigenous experiences of trauma and colonization and of cultural healing practices and resources. § Provided criminal record check with vulnerable sector search and both an adult and child abuse registry check, with results deemed satisfactory to the CMHA. § Legally entitled to work in Canada. § Proven history of dependable performance and conduct. Preferred § Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable, Manitoba registered vehicle. § Empathy, understanding, and peer support skills. § Skills in assisting, communicating, problem-solving, advocacy, and time management. § Demonstrated competence in cultural safety and works effectively with individuals with various cultural backgrounds. Total Rewards CMHA offers an inclusive and respectful culture along with paid leaves for vacation, illness, bereavement, and mental health. A flexible working environment, supporting work life balance, with paid extended health, dental, employee assistance programming and life insurance benefits. A defined benefits pension plan is equally cost shared between CMHA and the employee, long term disability is 100% employee paid, when eligible. There is annual, budgeted support for career development. Employees enjoy 12 paid general (statutory) holidays per year as well as a paid closure between December 24th at noon up to and including January 1st. The Process Please submit your resume and a cover letter by 5pm November 6, 2026, indicating Competition Number 26-083 to [email protected]

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Full-time Pay: $22.51-$28.34 per hour Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle?
- Are you willing to share your lived experience of recovery with homelessness, mental health, and/or addiction issues?

Experience:
- community mental health or homelessness: 1 year (preferred)

Location:
- Dauphin, MB R7N 1R9 (required) Work

Location:
In person

📌 Peer Outreach Worker (Dauphin)
🏢 Canadian Mental Health Association
📍 Dauphin