Peer Support Worker

Open Door Group (ODG), a mission driven non-profit organization serving communities across Alberta and BC, is looking for a Peer Support Worker to join our team
Wage: $25.79 to $27.51 per hour
Status: Part-Time, Permanent
Hours of Work : 20 hours per week
Schedule: This position requires flexibility in scheduling. Work hours may include occasional evenings based on participant needs.
Location: The primary work location is Open Door Group Edmonton Employment Centre, Suite 500, 10150 - 100 Street NW, Edmonton. This role requires regular travel within Edmonton to deliver services in social housing communities and other community-based locations as part of a mobile outreach model. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are assets.
Anticipated Number of positions: 2 The BRIDGE Program is a community-based employment initiative that supports individuals experiencing complex and intersecting barriers to workforce entry or reentry. The program operates through a mobile outreach model embedded in social housing communities, alongside services delivered at Open Door Group's Edmonton Employment Centre.
BRIDGE does not expect individuals to navigate fragmented systems alone. The program meets people where they are, both geographically and personally. Support is accessible, relationship‐based, and grounded in trust and respect.
The Peer Support Worker plays a vital role in advancing the goals of the BRIDGE Program. This role provides practical, emotional, and social support to participants navigating complex barriers. Working collaboratively with Case Managers, the Peer Support Worker uses lived or living experience intentionally and ethically to build trust, strengthen engagement, and support participants in achieving individualized goals related to life stability and employment readiness.
Please see the full job description for a detailed description of the responsibilities included in this position. Full posting and job description are available at: Careers at Open Door Group
Why Open Door Group? Champion of Great Workplaces ODG proudly holds the title of one of Canada's Certified Great Places to Work, fostering a culture of compassion and authenticity. Join a team that values your unique contribution and believes in the boundless potential of every individual.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits As a Certified Living Wage Employer, ODG is committed to offering more than just a job.
Most new team members join at the start of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility. ODG is committed to transparent, equitable, and competitive pay structures, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance.
Enjoy a comprehensive 100% employer‐paid benefits package and an RRSP matching program. Your well‐being matters, and we provide an Employee and Family Assistance Program to support you. Invest in your future with our professional development fund. Pursue courses, workshops, or certifications to enhance your skills and advance your career.
Community Impact Be part of an organization that goes beyond the conventional, providing tailored employment services to build strong workforce ecosystems and thriving communities. Your work will directly contribute to the social and economic well‐being of the community.
What you bring to the position If you meet most of the qualifications and are passionate about this work, we recognize that career paths are not always linear. Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered.
Education and Certification CPR and First Aid certification
Naloxone training
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check
ASIST Suicide Intervention certification, or willingness to obtain
Mental Health First Aid, or willingness to
Non Violent Crisis Intervention training, or willingness to obtain
Experience Minimum one year of recent, related experience supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges, substance use, housing instability, or other complex barriers
Demonstrated lived or living experience with mental health recovery, substance use recovery, homelessness, or housing transitions
Ability to use lived experience intentionally, appropriately, and within professional boundaries in a peer role
Experience facilitating groups or workshops
Experience applying trauma‐informed and recovery‐oriented approaches in community‐based settings
Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of harm reduction, psychosocial rehabilitation, and trauma informed practice principles
Knowledge of current social issues related to homelessness, mental health, and substance use
Understanding of Disability, Equity, and Inclusion principles, the human rights code, and relevant