Early Psychosis Peer Specialist — Recovery Coach (Remote)

Canadian Mental Health Association-Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local mental health organization seeks a Peer Specialist to provide emotional and social support to individuals experiencing early stages of psychosis. The role involves community engagement, job assistance, and group facilitation. Ideal candidates will possess relevant education and recovery-oriented experience, with a focus on empowering clients in their recovery journey. This is a full-time temporary position located in Lindsay, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Two years of recovery oriented lived experience plus one year of job experience.
• Knowledge of mental health recovery processes.
• Positive energy to motivate individuals living with mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial interventions to clients.
• Participate in family education and intervention supports.
• Assist clients in job search and skills development.

Skills

Emotional support

Social support

Job search assistance

Community engagement

Group facilitation

Education

Post-secondary education in social/health sciences

Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Level 2 Certification

Tools

MS Office

Client Record Management System (CRMS)

Job description

A local mental health organization seeks a Peer Specialist to provide emotional and social support to individuals experiencing early stages of psychosis. The role involves community engagement, job assistance, and group facilitation. Ideal candidates will possess relevant education and recovery-oriented experience, with a focus on empowering clients in their recovery journey. This is a full-time temporary position located in Lindsay, Ontario.