Peer Support Worker

1 day ago

Calgary, Canada Northeast Addiction and Mental Health (NAM) Centre for Holistic Recovery Full time

**Recovery Peer Support Worker**

**Location**: NAM Recovery Housing, Northeast Addiction and Mental Health (NAM) Centre

**Job Type**: Part-time - Insert as applicable
**Start Date**: “As soon as possible”

**About NAM**

At **Northeast Addiction and Mental Health (NAM) Centre for Holistic Recovery**, we are dedicated to providing **accessible, evidence-based, and holistic treatment** for addiction and mental health. As a not-for-profit organization, our vision is simple yet powerful**:Holistic Recovery for All**.

**Position Summary**

We are currently seeking a **Recovery Peer Support Worker** to join our growing team. This role is instrumental in supporting the **daily social and emotional functioning** of clients residing in NAM Recovery Housing. Working closely with our interdisciplinary team, the Recovery Peer Support Worker plays a vital role in delivering holistic and compassionate care.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about recovery, eager to learn, and committed to supporting others through their healing journey. NAM offers **a supportive, mentorship-driven environment**, guided by our Medical Director, Dr. Harbir Singh Gill.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Motivate and support clients actively engaged in recovery
- Provide daily assistance and support within the NAM Recovery Housing program
- Collaborate with the NAM interdisciplinary team to deliver holistic, client-centered care
- Serve as a reliable point of contact for client advocacy and ongoing recovery needs
- Contribute to case management, follow-ups, and other client-centered recovery planning
- Participate in program delivery, support groups, and workshops as required

**Qualifications & Skills**
- **Lived experience in recovery** and a **strong personal recovery practice** (required)
- Valid **Driver’s License** and **access to a reliable vehicle** (required)
- **Fluency in Punjabi (spoken)** (required)
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
- Ability to take direction and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting
- Previous education or experience in **addiction, mental health**, or **peer support** (an asset)
- Familiarity with trauma-informed and culturally competent care is a plus

**What We Offer**
- A nurturing, **growth-focused work environment**:

- Ongoing **mentorship and professional development**:

- Opportunity to make meaningful contributions to a transformative, community-focused model of care

If you're passionate about recovery, community healing, and supporting others through holistic approaches, we’d love to hear from you.

**To Apply**:
Please send your resume and a short cover letter

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 30 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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