Support recovery through peer-based care with Vancouver Coastal Health’s Assertive Community Treatment team in Richmond, BC. Facilitate groups and strengthen daily living skills.

As a Peer Support Assistant, you work within a client and family-centered recovery model on a community-based team. You support designated clients experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. The position includes life-skills support, recreational activities, group-session preparation, and participation in team planning, evaluation, and quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide peer-based support to designated clients
- Assist clients with daily living activities
- Facilitate group sessions and recreational activities
- Organize materials for group sessions




- Participate in team planning and quality improvement

Requirements:

- Grade 12 and recognized Peer Support Training Program completion
- Two years’ recent related experience supporting mental health and substance use
- Knowledge of recovery principles and Psychosocial Rehabilitation
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Bring peer support, life-skills assistance, and recovery-focused teamwork to Vancouver Coastal Health’s ACT services in Richmond.

📌 Peer Support Assistant ACT Richmond
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 Richmond