Peer Support Group Facilitator

2 weeks ago


Victoria, Canada Island Community Mental Health Full time

**SCOPE AND LEVEL DEFINITION**

Supports promoting the values of autonomy, diversity and empowerment, acting as a link to community based supports and other resources.

**TYPICAL WORK RESPONSIBILITIES**

1. Facilitates group support programs to encourage skill development in areas such as self-esteem, coping skills, motivation, and the formation of mutual support networks. Reports difficulties to the supervisor. Provides related feedback, and follows up with clients as required.

2. Interviews clients, gathers background information, determines suitability for the program, and makes referrals to other programs as required, in collaboration with the Director of Programs.

3. Plans group support programs by determining content and structure, consulting with clients as appropriate.

4. Evaluates programs using information attained by observation and client feedback on issues such as group session effectiveness, and material presented. Reports feedback to the supervisor.

5. Arranges group support programs by performing duties such as scheduling session times, booking facilities, and acquiring materials.

6. Provides clients with program and community resource information.

7. Promotes group support programs by providing information to clients, the public, and healthcare professionals.

8. Completes and maintains related records and documentation such as group session evaluation summaries.

9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Typical Education, Training, and Experience**

Diploma in Community Social Service

Recent, related experience of two years

Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and lived experience of mental health services

Or other Qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
- Clear criminal record check (Solicitor General)
- Negative TB test;
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination;
- Up-to-date on Provincial immunization schedule

**Typical Skills and Abilities**

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others

Ability to operate related equipment

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize

Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients

Ability to analyze and resolve problems

Conflict resolution skills

Facilitation skills

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $25.27-$27.43 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- supportive care: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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