Peer Support Worker

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Parksville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Peer Support Worker to join the multidisciplinary team. You will provide services for clients with histories of homelessness, psychiatric disability, substance abuse, and other trauma, promoting safety and recovery.

Travel between multiple sites may be required; valid BC Class 5 Driver's License and experience with mental health/substance use are essential. You will collaborate with professionals to support clients in their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• Past or current recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services.
• Experience in social services, supported housing/addictions/public health.
• Grade 12; Community Mental Health Certificate or Addiction Worker Certificate.
• Completion of a recognized Peer Support Training course or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.
• Experience working with adults and youth with mental health or substance use issues.

Responsibilities

• Peer Support Workers collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to provide services for clients with histories of homelessness and trauma.
• Organize and deliver required services and support focused on safety and recovery.

Skills

clinical thinking

education programs

independent work

verbal communication

written communication

physical ability

electronic file system

Education

Grade 12

Community Mental Health Certificate

Addiction Worker Certificate

Peer Support Training

BC Class 5 Driver's License

Experience with mental health/substance use

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$33.49 - $35.31

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Aug. 24 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Peer Support Workers work together with the multidisciplinary team to provide services in a flexible, compassionate and responsible manner. The Peer Support Worker provides and organizes required services and shares responsibility with the team for clients who have histories of homelessness, psychiatric disability, substance abuse, criminal justice, and other trauma.

Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Past or current recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services. Experience in social services, supported housing/addictions/Public Health.

Grade 12; Community Mental Health Certificate or Addiction Worker Certificate. Completion of a recognized Peer Support Training course or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.

Experience working with adults and youth with mental health or substance use issues.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to apply clinical and critical thinking expertise.
• Experience in the delivery of education programs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
• Ability to use an electronic file system for service delivery.