07 Nov
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Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin
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Thompson
07 Nov
Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin
Thompson
Join Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin as a Peer Support Worker in Thompson, Manitoba. This hybrid position focuses on providing trauma-informed, culturally grounded support to unhoused community members in Northern Manitoba.As a Peer Support Worker with the Minoayawin Mobile Outreach Program, you will leverage your lived experience and relational skills to assist members facing barriers to care. This includes promoting harm reduction, connecting individuals to resources, and organizing community wellness activities. You'll play a critical role in creating safe,
welcoming environments for individuals to access services and support.Key Responsibilities:Build trusting relationships through community engagementFacilitate access to primary care and harm reduction servicesProvide immediate emotional and navigational supportAssist with Elder-led cultural care and community programmingCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams for continuity of careRequirements:High school diploma; community service worker diploma preferredLived experience in Indigenous racism-free spacesExperience in health, social services, or outreach rolesStrong interpersonal skills and commitment to cultural safetyValid Class 5 driver's license is requiredHelp empower community members with culturally secure, trauma-informed support through your role as a Peer Support Worker with K.I.M.
📌 Culturally Safe Peer Support Worker (Thompson)
🏢 Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin
📍 Thompson