Job Title: Peer Support WorkerLocation: Summerland FoundryEmployment Status: Temp Part -TimeContract End Date: March 31, 2027Hours: 15/weekClosing Date: November 8, 2026Job SummaryThe 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.Qualifications and ExperienceGrade 12 plus recent, related experience working with youth or an equivalent combination of education, training and experienceLived 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.RequiredSuccessful completion of:criminal record checkpersonal and qualified referenceseducational transcriptsHave or willing to obtain a current First Aid Certificate & CPRWilling to complete IPS training and certificationValid BC Class 5 Driver's license, reliable vehicle and clean driver's abstractSigned Confidentiality AgreementAdherence to OneSky policies and procedures, program operations manual and commitment to Code of EthicsSkills, Knowledge & AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to relate to and engage with youth,



and understanding of the value of peer/client involvementHigh degree of self-awareness and capacity to apply appropriate boundaries and maintain confidentialityAbility to work independently and in cooperation with othersAbility to organize and prioritize, and to work well under pressure or in difficult circumstancesAbility to establish rapport with clients, their families and their support networks, and to maintain supportive, collaborative relationshipsDemonstrated ability to recognize changes in clients and communicate those changes to others on the care teamDemonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to gather and process information to support clients and/or the care teamBasic knowledge of computer skills and social mediaWilling to work flexible hours including evenings and weekendsResponsibilitiesPlays a key role in ensuring that the Centre offers a safe, welcoming, inclusive and youth-friendly environment, facilitating youth engagement, independence and participationEstablishes and maintains trusting and purposeful relationships with clients and supports their engagement and participation in Centre activitiesProvides support, guidance and mentorship for youth and their allies, and assists in sharing information on resources and service navigationAssists 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 perspectiveAssists with creating an effective and supportive connection between service providers and clients, and facilitates awareness of youth/family needsWorks collaboratively with team members to meet pre-established goals and objectives; facilitates recovery-based peer support meetings and activitiesSupport youth with navigating resources and services and making appropriate referrals as neededCompletes and maintains related records and documentationAttends and participates in team meetings, case conferences and Centre initiativesResponsibilities to the AgencyMaintains a commitment to maintaining inclusive quality service environments that provide clients with respect, and value their choices and abilitiesMaintains confidentialitySupports and maintains CQI initiatives and accreditation requirementsParticipates in OneSky meetings and events as requiredSupports the mission, vision and values of OneSkyPerform any related duties which may be assigned and/or required to maintain the operations and integrity of the program.Why work at 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 safe, 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.Please note: You will receive an automated confirmation email from "[email protected]" after submitting your application. If it does not appear in inbox, please check spam or junk folder and mark it as "not spam" to receive future communications.

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