Peer Support Lead

Autismservices; Moose Jaw, Regina; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Autismservices in Moose Jaw is seeking a Peer Support Lead to provide peer perspective to youth and assist them with social and emotional support. This role involves working closely within the HOMEBASE team and connecting youth with community resources.

The ideal candidate will have a Grade 12 education and reliable knowledge of local health services. Responsibilities include facilitating community engagement activities, offering support services, and performing office administration tasks.

Qualifications

• Personal lived experience with mental health/addictions challenges and recovery.
• Availability evenings & weekends.
• Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one & group support
• Support community engagement activities & implement programming
• Liaise with youth participants & service providers

Skills

Understanding of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth

Knowledge of local mental health & addictions system

Reliable & willingness to improve lives of youth

Education

Grade 12 education, post-secondary an asset

Job description

Overview

Between $20.00-$22.00 (depending on experience)

Posted Date: 18-Jun-2026

Location: MOOSE JAW

# of Positions: 1

Employment Terms: Full-Time

Education: Grade 12

Experience: 1-2 Years

Apply By Date: 28-Jun-2026

How To Apply

The YMCA of Regina is an equal opportunity employer and provides a competitive total rewards package. Applicants with high standards for performance are encouraged to apply to [e-mail]. In application, please provide a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references.

About the Organization

The YMCA of Regina is an Imagine Canada accredited charity established in 1907. Our vision is a community connected and empowered to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. The YMCA of Regina (operating in Regina and Moose Jaw) excels at delivering programming focused on our three pillars of service: community development, childcare and health fitness, and aquatics.

Position Description

Working closely with the HOMEBASE team & reporting directly to the Director of Homebase, Peer Support Lead is a front-line staff who relates to & engages with participants of the organization from a peer perspective & provides emotional & social support, co-facilitates courses, links individuals with HOMEBASE & community resources.

Responsibilities

• First point of entry & intake for youth at HOMEBASE
• Provide one-to-one & group support
• Liaise with youth participants & service providers in the hub to support the participants access to services & programs
• Provide service navigation & ensure linkages are made with HOMEBASE partners & community resources
• Provide community outreach which may include facilitating presentations to community partners & youth participant recruitment
• Support community engagement activities & implement programming (life skills, employment, other)
• Office administration includes answering phones, booking appointments, basic data entry & light housekeeping

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education, post-secondary an asset
• Personal lived experience with mental health &/or addictions challenges & recovery; willingness to share own experiences
• Understanding of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth & community services available
• Knowledge of local mental health & addictions system & community services
• Reliable & have a strong willingness to improve the lives of youth aged 12-25
• Availability evenings & weekends
• Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search
• Access to a vehicle