Position: Peer Support Worker, YWHO
Program: Chatham Site
Position Status: 1 FTE Temporary Contract (until March 31, 2026)
Qualifications:
Post-secondary diploma in a relevant discipline such as a Social Service Worker, or Addictions and Mental Health with a Professional Registration.
SALARY RANGE: as per salary grid
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week, including one evening per week
STARTING DATE: As soon as possible
This position is responsible for providing support to adolescents and young adults 12-25 years of age who are experiencing mental health issues. The incumbent will also provide additional supports to Adolescents/young adults to work toward the achievement of their goals as identified in the person’s recovery plan and work closely with the primary worker.
Reporting to the Manager of Integrated Client Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions:
promotes a stigma free youth culture for mental illness;
provides individualized community-based support from a recovery perspective to clients;
assisting A/YA in prioritizing needs/areas of consideration and to develop short-term plans to address these priorities;
promotes opportunities for increased independence and champions community peer development;
assists with group facilitation and support as needed and directed;
acting as a resource person or an advocate to assist individuals in obtaining information/accessing services/supports which are deemed needed;
supporting reintegration into school, work and social activities.
The candidate will work with other professionals using strong problem solving and communication skills.
A valid driver’s license, and use of a vehicle, which will be used in conducting agency business, is required.
Application process:
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit your resume and covering letter on Bamboo HR by October 21, 2025.
Qualified internal candidates will be given a preference as per Article 11.00 (f) of the Collective Agreement.
