Bridge Peer Support Worker

Haines Attract for The Salvation Army; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming lives. As part of the Bridge Addiction residential programme, you will support individuals on their recovery journey, enhancing their life skills and relationships. This role is perfect for someone with lived experience of addiction, who is non-judgmental and eager to make a difference. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute positively to the community. If you are ready to help others navigate their mental health and addiction challenges, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Additional week of leave annually

Free confidential counselling services

Subsidised flu vaccinations

Discounted Medical Insurance

TSA discount card for various retailers

Qualifications

• Lived experience of addictions, either personally or within whanau.
• Willingness to work towards relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in the Bridge Addiction residential programme.
• Help improve life skills and relationships as part of recovery.

Skills

Support for mental health and addiction

Non-judgmental attitude

IT systems proficiency

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

Job description

Job Description

The Salvation Army Bridge Centre provides safe, integrated, high-quality treatment and support services for individuals affected by alcohol or substance use. Our services are evidence-based, people-centred, caring, transformative, and responsive.

About the Role

To apply for this role, you must have lived experience of addictions, either personally or within your whanau.

You will join a passionate and caring team supporting individuals in our Bridge Addiction residential programme by helping them improve life skills, relationships, and daily activities as part of their recovery process.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A passion for supporting others through their mental health and addiction journey.
• A non-judgmental attitude.
• A full NZ driver’s licence and ability to drive a van.
• Moderate proficiency with IT systems.
• Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent, or willingness to work towards it.

What We Offer

• An additional week of Salvation Army leave annually, awarded on 1 July.
• Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing.
• Subsidised flu vaccinations.
• Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross.
• TSA discount card for discounts at various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers, and Torpedo7.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent part-time role, working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, approximately 5 hours per day.

Salary

The starting salary will be between $27.80 and $29.10 per hour.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.