Youth Peer Support Worker School District

Join the Richmond School District as an Integrated Child and Youth Peer Support Worker, providing essential mentoring and collaboration with youth and families in British Columbia. Engage youth through support and advocacy efforts while fostering their self-identified goals.

The Richmond School District seeks a dedicated Peer Support Worker to become part of the ICY team. In this role, you will leverage your lived experiences to provide emotional support, facilitate resource navigation, and promote active youth participation in community activities. Your empathetic and organized approach will help cultivate a non-judgmental environment for young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish respectful relationships with youth and families

• Provide trauma-informed, culturally safe support

• Facilitate or co-facilitate youth and family groups

• Advocate for youth and accompany them to appointments

• Complete documentation and maintain related records

Requirements:

• Grade 12 graduation with relevant experience

• Completion of recognized Peer Support Training Program

• Lived experience with mental illness or substance use

• Strong communication and crisis intervention skills

• Basic computer proficiency and valid driver's license

Use your expertise in youth support to advocate for positive change and independence within the Richmond School District.
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