Support people accessing overnight shelter services as an Evening Peer Support Worker with CMHA Kenora in a part-time, 19-month contract. Work Monday to Friday from 8:00 p.m. to midnight.

At the Kenora Emergency Shelter, you will engage patrons using a lived experience perspective and trauma-informed practice. You will provide nonclinical assistance, counselling-related support, referrals, documentation, and service navigation. The role contributes to shorter shelter stays and movement toward permanent housing.

Key Responsibilities:

- Engage patrons and establish trusting qualified relationships
- Facilitate referrals to onsite integrated care services
- Support recovery plans and evaluate changing needs
- Assist patrons with paperwork, appointments,



and resources
- Promote safety, confidentiality, and workplace procedures

Requirements:

- Training in peer support work
- Knowledge of mental health difficulties and recovery philosophy
- Assessment, case management, counselling, and recording skills
- Ability to teach daily living and problem-solving skills
- CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain

Use lived experience, cultural competence, and recovery-focused communication to strengthen evening support at Kenora Emergency Shelter.

📌 Evening Shelter Peer Support Specialist (Northeastern Ontario)
🏢 Canadian Mental Health Association
📍 Northeastern Ontario