Peer support worker

Overview

Languages:

English

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

No experience (will train)

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Urban area

• Administrative and office activities
• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Assist clients/guests with special needs

• Cultural Awareness Training
• First Aid Certificate

• Aboriginal groups
• Adolescents
• Elderly
• Families
• Females
• Males

• Electronic mail
• MS Office

• Community service organization

• Criminal record check
• Child welfare check
• Driving record check (abstract)

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by employer

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers