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North Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $29.83/Hr. - CAD $29.83/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Peer Support Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Peer Support Worker to join the Substance Use Assessment Team at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team

As a Peer Support Worker, you will:

Works as a member of an interdisciplinary adult tertiary mental health care site to provide a range of non-clinical, peer-based services including individual peer support, facilitating peer-based recovery groups and conducting peer information sessions. Supports service users’ recovery through the use of motivational and supportive self-disclosure including the sharing of personal recovery experiences and strategies for attaining and maintaining wellness. Promotes empowerment, self-determination and independence through peer mentorship, emotional support and relationship/rapport building using recover-oriented approaches. Supports and assists service users in exploration of skill building, community integration and the development of natural supports in their community utilizing non-judgmental, strength-based conversations and person-centered goal setting.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Certificate in a Social Services program and successful completion of a recognized Peer Support Training program and two (2) years recent related experience in a peer support role or an equivalent combination of education, training, peer support and employment experience. Lived experience with recovery from a mental illness and as a recipient of mental health and addiction services including peer knowledge of the designated service user population in the applicable program area or department.

Knowledge & Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Develops and maintains positive and respectful relationships with co-workers and the multidisciplinary team. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment.

Closing Statement

The ideal candidate will have lived experience with substance use.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?


VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.