Indigenous Peer Support Specialist – ER & Crisis Care

Timmins and District Hospital/L'Hôpital de Timmins et du district; Labrihe; Sur place; EUR 2 438 236 - 2 647 719; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Starting salary of $28.95/hour

Salary range up to $30.84/hour

Résumé du poste

Timmins and District Hospital/L'Hôpital de Timmins et du district is seeking an Indigenous Peer Support Worker to offer emotional and practical support to individuals facing mental health challenges. The role combines Indigenous and Western health approaches to foster trust and empowerment.

You will collaborate with patients, families, and service providers, advocating for optimal care and participating in community programming. A starting salary of $28.95/hour is offered, with enrollment options in the healthcare pension plan.

Qualifications

• Experience providing peer support or mentorship.
• Strong connection to Indigenous cultures and communities.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsabilités

• Provide emotional, cultural, and practical support.
• Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams.
• Advocate for policy and program changes.

Connaissances

Peer support experience

Indigenous community engagement

Crisis intervention skills

Effective communication

Cultural programming facilitation

Formation

Peer Support Worker Training

Certification in trauma-informed care

Outils

Windows programs

Meditech

Description du poste

Timmins and District Hospital/L'Hôpital de Timmins et du district is seeking an Indigenous Peer Support Worker to offer emotional and practical support to individuals facing mental health challenges. The role combines Indigenous and Western health approaches to foster trust and empowerment.

You will collaborate with patients, families, and service providers, advocating for optimal care and participating in community programming. A starting salary of $28.95/hour is offered, with enrollment options in the healthcare pension plan.