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Full-time Peer Outreach Support Worker

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Burnaby, Canada Progressive Housing Society Full time

JOB TITLE: Full-Time  Peer Outreach Support Worker  

REPORTS TO: Norland/Ledger Manager (s)

PROGRAM: Norland & Ledger

DESCRIPTION:
SALARY RANGE: Grid 21 - HEU - Community Subsector

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Full-Time, Permanent

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 (one) vacancy

HOURS OF WORK: Sunday to Thursday 11:00-19:00

QUALIFICATIONS
- A diploma in Community Social Services OR an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience, including lived experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of recent related experience, including lived or living experience with mental health and substance use.
- Strong understanding of mental illness, recovery-oriented approaches, and harm reduction principles
- Familiarity with community resources and service navigation
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification. 
- Naloxone Training.
- Provincial Violence Prevention Training.
- Successful clearance of a criminal record check.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitating Community Integration and Life Skills Development:

- Supporting client participation in social, vocational, recreational, educational, and self-help programs.
- Assisting with problem-solving related to daily living activities.
- Providing flexible supports and individualized skill training/education to Health in Supportive Housing clients in their home environment to enhance skill acquisition, promote independence, and support role achievement.
- Assisting with the development of daily living and self-management skills, including personal care (hygiene), nutrition, household management, money management, and time management.
- Engaging in light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, decluttering, dishes, and laundry alongside clients to encourage independent living.
- Fostering decision-making skills, problem-solving abilities, and positive lifestyle changes.

Providing Client-Centered Support and Recovery Planning:

- Empowering clients to manage daily living activities and make informed lifestyle decisions through education, training, and ongoing support.
- Identifying and connecting clients with services and community resources that align with their needs and interests.
- Collaborating with Burnaby Mental Health case managers to support client-directed goals.
- Developing and implementing Recovery Plan Reviews in collaboration with clients and case managers.
- Monitoring progress and evaluating outcomes of Recovery Plans and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP).
- Assisting with self-management strategies, including medication management, symptom improvement, relapse prevention, and crisis response.
- Providing specialized support to promote independence and reduce reliance on the formal mental health and substance use system.

Enhancing Community Engagement and Supporting Client Independence:

- Accompanying clients to community appointments and assisting with follow-ups.
- Providing transportation using a personal vehicle when required while ensuring a safe and supportive experience.
- Responding to client crises and reporting incidents in alignment with established protocols.
- Facilitating program admissions and orientations, incorporating family and natural supports where appropriate.

Ensuring Compliance with Ethical and Professional Standards:

- Maintaining accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational and ethical guidelines.
- Adhering to confidentiality, privacy, and professional boundaries while providing client care.
- Participating in ongoing professional development and training as required.
- Performing Additional Responsibilities as Needed.

*In alignment with our commitment to a low-barrier approach, all our sites are animal-friendly*

**For the purposes of business use insurance, an international driver’s license cannot be considered an equivalent to a Class 5 Drivers License**

Pay: $27.92 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Commuter benefits
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every Weekend

Application question(s):

- Do you have access to a reliable vehicle for work?
- Since our programs use a low barrier approach, we have animals at our sites. Are you comfortable with this?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person