Peer Worker

4 weeks ago

North Vancouver, Canada Squamish Nation Full time

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Working as an integral part of the Director Yúustway Health and Wellness Department. Reporting to the Manager of Community Health and Wellness, under the supervision of the Harm Reduction Program Lead, and working closely with the other Peer Workers and other interdisciplinary team members. The Peer Worker is a valued member of our community-based interdisciplinary health and wellness team. They provide Harm Reduction education, training, engagement, and support to the Squamish Nation community and staff in Squamish Valley and occasionally in North/West Vancouver. They also help to inform community members about and connect them to, the Harm Reduction Program Lead to access existing Mental Health and addiction services as offered by the Yúustway Health and Wellness team and/or the wider community. An important part of the role is to engage peers at the community level, asking what they want in terms of harm reduction services, programming, and education, to help inform our services and program development. The Peer Worker meets each client/Member where they are at, and collaborates effectively and creatively with them, their family/friends (when appropriate), team members, our Elder Advisors, and community partners to support them on their healing journey. They place an emphasis on outreach and low-barrier service provision when necessary. They practice from a place of respect for, and a willingness to learn about, the Squamish worldview that recognizes and honors the values, beliefs, and customs of individuals, families, and the community. We are looking for someone who is flexible, reliable, relatable, and passionate and who takes a holistic approach to their work, has strong interpersonal and communication skills, and will work collaboratively with Nation Members, our interdisciplinary team, the Squamish Nation community, and partners.

What You Bring

Combination of education and lived experience. A desire and an ability to help and support others. Strong interpersonal and listening skills. Comfortable regularly engaging with community members and staff. High level of emotional intelligence, patience, and integrity. Willingness to draw upon own personal experiences with substance use to help others. Maintains composure in high-pressure situations. A solid understanding and application of Indigenous Cultural Safety in their work (or willingness to take the on-line training within an agreed upon timeframe). Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to the needs of peers and consumers. Knowledge of the principles of recovery. Comfortable setting clear boundaries and practicing assertive communication. Highly reliable and resourceful with an ability to creatively solve problems. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Comfortable asking for help and able to take direction from others. Acts ethically and with the highest degree of confidentiality. Team-oriented with a positive, approachable attitude. A strong, solid support group and active self-care regimen.

Starting Salary : $ 28.54 - 31.84 per hour

Why Work With Us

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we offer excellent training and development opportunities within an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*

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