Peer Support Specialist

1 month ago


Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Fraser Health Full time
Job Title: Peer Support Worker, Assertive Community Treatment Program

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Support Worker to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Burnaby, B.C. As a Peer Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health conditions and/or substance use experiences to live successfully in the community.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, their families, and community service providers.
  • Provide emotional and social support, life skills assistance, information, resources, and demonstrations to clients.
  • Collaborate with the ACT team to develop and implement individualized care plans that promote client autonomy and self-management.
  • Assist clients with community integration activities, including escorting them to various community services and opportunities.
  • Share information and lived experience perspectives with the ACT team to inform service delivery and improve client outcomes.
Requirements:
  • Lived experience of mental illness.
  • Grade 12 completion of a recognized peer support worker training program.
  • One year recent related work experience with an emphasis on mental health, addictions, homelessness, and/or social services.
  • Food Safe Certificate.
  • Current valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.
Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to engage clients and establish/maintain rapport with clients and their families.
  • Ability to work with a culturally diverse population and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of available programs and services, and ability to analyze and problem-solve.
  • Ability to model, instruct, and teach life skills, and observe and recognize changes in clients.
  • Ability to work independently and use effective interpersonal skills to establish/maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, the public, and other agencies.

Fraser Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about supporting individuals with mental health conditions and/or substance use experiences, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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