Job Description

Competition Number 2025-78

Union/Non-Union:

OPSEU/SEFPO

Position

: Residential Peer Support Worker

Status

: Permanent Full Time

Program:

Addiction Services

Initially Assigned to:

Recreation

Purpose:

The Residential Peer Support Worker - Recreation is a member of the Addiction Services Team and contributes to the development of a client-centered, recovery-oriented programming model that promotes regular community participation and integration for residents.

Education and training:

Proof of successful completion of High School Diploma or GED

Requirements:

A negative Police Vulnerable Sector Check

A valid Class G driver's license and proof of insurance

Daily access to a reliable vehicle

Current First Aid and CPR certificate required

Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training or willingness to obtain

Current Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) or willingness to obtain

Current Safe Food Handling course or willingness to obtain

OPDI- Peer Support Core Essential Training Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Able to lift at a minimum 20 lbs. from squatting to standing position

Bilingualism (English/French) is required

Experience:

Lived experience with Mental Health, and experience working with individuals who have a serious mental illness

Recent experience working with vulnerable populations, specifically adults living with a serious and persistent mental illness and/or acquired brain injury (ABI) and/or Addictions and/or complex healthcare needs providing assessments and rehabilitation services

Experience working in a community setting and working knowledge of community resources

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Basic working knowledge of computer software

Ability to work cooperatively and independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team

Good interpersonal/verbal/written communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality as per PHIPA (Personal Health Information Protection Act)

Working Knowledge of WHMIS, AODA, Health and Safety Worker Training

Personal Suitability:

Commitment to continuous learning

Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance

Demonstrated commitment to client and family-centered care

Willing to work flexible hours; days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Selection Process:

Candidates will be selected for the position based on their skill, ability, experience, and qualifications as identified in their resume

Shift:

Days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

French Language Services Required:

Bilingualism in English and French is required for this FLS-designated position.

Priority will be given to candidates who meet the bilingual requirement. However, unilingual candidates are still encouraged to apply and may be considered if the French language requirement can be otherwise fulfilled or if no suitable bilingual applicants are identified. A formal French proficiency test will be conducted.

Salary:

$20.30/hour - $36,946 (*based on full-time hours)

Send resume and cover letter via email

Please note the job Competition Number (2025-78) in the subject line of the email:

careers@nbd.cmha.ca

CMHA-NBD promotes the principles of and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We strongly encourage applicants with lived experiences, from Indigenous communities, people of all races, colors, ethnic origins, religions, disabilities, and sexual orientations to apply. We recognize that equitable access to employment is an agent in social change.

CMHA-NBD welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Thank you to all that applied

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $20.30 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person