Indigenous Peer Support Specialist

Union Gospel Mission (Vancouver); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 32,814 - 35,858; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous vacation and sick leave

Fully employer-paid benefits plan

RRSP matching program

Job summary

A community support organization in Vancouver seeks an Indigenous Peer Support Worker to provide trauma-informed, peer-based services to individuals in the housing program. The role requires sharing lived experiences to assist tenants in navigating mental health systems while ensuring a supportive environment. Responsibilities include offering daily living support, attending appointments, and facilitating group activities. This temporary part-time position is 30 hours per week with a competitive hourly wage ranging from $23.82 to $26.03.

Qualifications

• Must identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, Inuit).
• Willingness to share lived experience appropriately.
• Experience with Indigenous peoples in diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe services to program tenants.
• Attend appointments and provide referrals.
• Support tenants in daily living skills and recovery.

Skills

Peer support experience

Crisis intervention

Cultural competency

Communication skills

Education

2 years related experience in abstinence-based housing

Valid Class 5 drivers' license

Food Safe Certificate

Tools

Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

A community support organization in Vancouver seeks an Indigenous Peer Support Worker to provide trauma-informed, peer-based services to individuals in the housing program. The role requires sharing lived experiences to assist tenants in navigating mental health systems while ensuring a supportive environment. Responsibilities include offering daily living support, attending appointments, and facilitating group activities. This temporary part-time position is 30 hours per week with a competitive hourly wage ranging from $23.82 to $26.03.