Peer Support Worker – Part-Time

Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Fort Saskatchewan is seeking a Peer Support Worker to empower youth aged 11–24 through health and wellness services. Responsibilities include managing social media, supporting program activities, and facilitating workshops. Ideal candidates have strong interpersonal skills and relevant education. Compensation ranges from $19 to $21/hour for part-time hours. Apply via [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Preferred diploma in health or social science; post-secondary students encouraged.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel within Alberta required.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and support programming activities.
• Manage social media posts.
• Facilitate workshops related to mental health.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Problem-solving ability

Understanding of health issues

Education

Diploma in health, social science or related disciplines

Job description

About The Bridge

The Fort Saskatchewan Wellness Hub for Youth (The Bridge) – Kickstand Fort Saskatchewan is a wellness hub for youth aged 11–24. The Bridge provides various health and wellness services for youth, including counseling and support groups/programs. We are an open and inclusive space for all youth to access whether they are utilizing support services or simply coming to hang out.

Vision: To lead the community in empowering youth as they strengthen their resiliency and overall wellness.

Mission: Our mission at The Bridge Wellness Hub for Youth is to foster a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment where youth can thrive. We aim to promote holistic well-being through accessible programs, resources, community engagement, encouraging and empowering every young person to grow into their best selves and lead a healthy, balanced life.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, answer the phone, and support touring the space
• Setting up snacks and meals for youth
• Assist with scheduled program activities
• Build strong and positive relationships with youth and families
• Debriefing with staff, volunteers, and service providers
• Ensure a healthy environment by cleaning after activities and meals
• Assist Program Coordinator with weekly social media posts on Instagram, and Facebook
• Manage social media posts on Instagram, and Facebook
• Create Flyers/ information pamphlets for Social Media and print format
• Helping the community understand the Stepped Care Model
• Booking Clients
• Check-ins with volunteers, services providers and practicum students
• Check-ins with youth
• Create the calendar and coordinate with service providers, guests and contractors on scheduling
• Enrolling volunteers and practicum students in training opportunities
• Handle expenses, for personal card, business card, and petty cash
• Managing The Bridge independently on occasional nights when required
• Pick up items from the food bank and coordinate supplies
• Pick up groceries for the hub, and schedule snacks and supper for the week
• Support scheduled program activities with assistance from practicum students and or volunteers
• Support program activities with Program Coordinator and Support Worker
• Facilitate and deliver Workshops and sessions related to Mental Health as needed
• Administrative and office activities
• Food preparation
• Housekeeping activities
• Resolve conflict situations

Confidentiality and Privacy regarding Youth, Staff (including Support Services Staff) and Volunteers is of the utmost importance.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

• A Diploma in health, social science or other related disciplines is preferred. Post secondary students are encouraged to apply.
• Strong interpersonal skills with good oral and written communication
• Passion for working with youth (ages 11-24) and within a multidisciplinary team
• Able to work well in a team environment with the ability to handle stressful situations in a non-confrontational, problem-solving manner.
• Understanding of health issues affecting youth, such as drug and alcohol addictions, intergenerational trauma, mental health, and other behavioural issues
• Understanding of harm reduction, person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based care
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel within Alberta is required
• Vulnerable sector and criminal record check, child intervention check required
• Experience with trauma informed care an asset

Compensation & Schedule

Compensation: $19 to $21/hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Regularly scheduled hours will be between eighteen (18) to twenty-four (24) hours and shall not exceed twenty-eight (28) hours per week.

Must be available to work during the hours of Operation as below:

Hours of Operation

• Mondays: 11am to 7pm
• Tuesdays: 11am to 7pm
• Wednesdays: 1 to 8:30pm
• Thursdays: 1 to 8:30pm

There is some flexibility in the schedule. Please let us know your availability for further information and screening.

On behalf of The Bridge – Kickstand Fort Saskatchewan, and as part of their HR Shared Services, the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (ECVO) is excited to be supporting the recruitment of this role. Please submit your resume and cover letter to: [e-mail] with the subject “Peer Support Worker Application – Part-Time”.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in the position but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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