Peer Support Worker

Canadian Mental Health Association based in Brampton ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Peer Support Worker. The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting mental health and supporting individuals living with mental illness. Their services include counseling, support groups, and outreach initiatives, aimed at improving access to mental health care and fostering resilience in the community. CMHA Brampton works alongside individuals, families, and local stakeholders to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive mentally and emotionally. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Canadian Mental Health Association
Organization: Canadian Mental Health Association Peel Dufferin
Position: Peer Support Worker
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $53,808.00 – $64,421.00 Annually
Employment Type: Full-time contract
Location: Brampton ON, CA
Job Location: 314-7700 Hurontario St
Work Hours/ Week: 37.5

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have a post-secondary degree or diploma in relevant discipline (e.g., BSW, MSW, OT, RN)
Experience: Candidates should have a personal experience with mental health and/or addiction and established recovery, as well as willingness to share experience

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should understand the experiences and needs of the mental health and addictions populations
• The candidates should be able to build rapport and initiate conversations with others using interpersonal skills
• The candidates should approach client care non-judgmentally and utilize trauma-informed best practices
• The candidates should understand the importance of confidentiality and boundaries
• The candidates should be able to conduct assessments and coordinate services that are recovery-oriented based on need
• The candidates should have fluency in a second language, including ASL (American Sign Language), is considered an asset
• The candidates should have strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to approach, listen, build trust, and communicate across diverse cultures and intersectionality. They should also have a willingness to continually improve understanding around cultural competence
• The candidates should be willing to learn and apply practical understanding of different elements of diversity, such as gender identity/expression, race/cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, disability, immigration and precarious status, family status, etc.
• The candidates should be open to operating from an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, 2SLGBTQ+ affirming, and intersectional framework
• The candidates should provide proof of administered full-series Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccination prior to the start date. If unable to be vaccinated for reasons relating to protected grounds under the Code, completed medical or religious exemption must be provided
• The candidates should possess a valid Canadian driver’s license and have access to an insured automobile in good repair
• The candidates should provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening (Police Check) report
• The candidates should have experience and/or training in Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) and Concurrent Disorders
• The candidates should have experience and/or training in Cognitive Behavioural Skills and Motivational Interviewing
• The candidates should have experience and/or training in Trauma Informed Care and Virtual Care
• The candidates should have experience and/or training in Interprofessional Multi-Disciplinary Teams and Crisis Intervention Skills

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to provide holistic assessment and case management using a stepped care approach
• The candidates should be able to carry an individual caseload in addition to participating in team-based decision-making and care planning
• The candidates should be able to conduct assessments and assist clients to develop goals for recovery using one-to-one and group sessions
• The candidates should be able to utilize tools such as the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) to assist clients in creating individual care plans
• The candidates should be able to support clients in developing empowerment skills and combating stigma through self-advocacy
• The candidates should be able to assist in identifying and combatting negative self-talk and identifying and overcoming fears by sharing own techniques and strategies
• The candidates should be able to manage a caseload including regular reassessments, updating risk levels, and caseload reviews
• The candidates should be able to collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to build a client care plan and provide short-term or intensive case management as needed
• The candidates should be able to facilitate groups as part of CMHA PD’s multi-disciplinary team, including the creation of new groups and act as a back-up facilitator
• The candidates should be able to refer and link clients to community resources and groups that support recovery goals
• The candidates should be able to participate in regular staff meetings and care planning to provide the peer expertise for client care
• The candidates should be able to contact primary care at regular intervals to report clients’ care plan and discharge summary
• The candidates should be able to work collaboratively with other Peer Support Workers to support organizational needs (e.g., volumes across all regions)
• The candidates should be able to update all appropriate documentation within 24 hours of client contact, as required by CMHA PD policy and procedure
• The candidates should be able to participate in the Peer Community of Practice and other agency and community committees and workgroups as requested by the manager

Benefits:

• The candidate will get competitive benefits like Employee Family Assistance Plan
• The candidate will get optional extended health and dental benefits
• The candidate will get 2 weeks accrued vacation + 1 flexible day each year
• The candidate will get up to 18 sick days accrued per year
• The candidate will get HOOPP Pension Plan enrollment
• The candidate will get ongoing professional development plus $250 (pro-rated) annual funding for continuing education and certifications
• The candidate will get $250 (pro-rated) annual allowance to invest in achieving your personal wellness goals
• The candidate will get mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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