EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part Time Permanent, 21 hours per week
POSITION SUMMARY: The Peer Support Worker, Recovery College is responsible for excellence in Peer Support competencies and providing individual and group Peer Support within Recovery College classes, resulting in the delivery of positive, compassionate services and strengths-based problem-solving skills.
SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Through in-person and virtual Recovery College classes, provide individual and group Peer Support and course facilitation for people impacted by mental health and/or addiction issues, using the CMHA Calgary Recovery Model.
- Promote the Peer Support philosophy and empower people through their recovery journey, as measured by the Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS).
- Provide occasional intra-agency presentations on Recovery College and Peer Support, CMHA Calgary services, and the value of Peer Support.
- Remain current with new policies, training, services, resources, and legislation applicable to the mental health community and Peer movement.
- Perform tasks which support day-to-day operations and maintain program data entry in a manner that is timely and meets established agency standards.
- Adhere to the values and policies of CMHA Calgary.
- Promote the principles of diversity and equity in all work-related duties, wherever applicable
- Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
- Completion of the CMHA Calgary School of Peer Support or another formal Peer Support Training program is required.
- Previous experience (volunteering, personal, or paid), preferably in Peer Support, working with individuals and caregivers on mental health challenges or addiction concerns is considered an asset.
- Ability to utilize own lived experience of a mental health or addiction issue to contribute to an individual’s learning and growth.
- Excellent public speaking, group facilitation, and communication skills. Previous facilitation experience is an asset.
- Responsiveness to sensitive questions/concerns and ability to navigate to the appropriate personnel involved, following or preceding service delivery.
- Self-awareness and self-management.
- Positively contribute to work environment/culture.
- Able to engage in active listening and provide and accept constructive feedback.
- Effective conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Knowledge of local mental health and/or addiction systems and community services.
- Comfort and competency in working with diverse groups and various community populations.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and ASIST training, or experience working with people in crisis or experiencing suicidal feelings/tendencies are considered an asset
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- A valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel across Calgary and surrounding communities for service delivery is considered an asset.
- This position is scheduled on shifts that occur primarily in-person, during weekdays. Daytime and evening availability is required. The successful applicant will occasionally be required to work weekends.
- This job requires a mix of sitting, standing and moving, with a balance between computer-based work and verbal communication. The candidate may be required to balance priorities between different stakeholders.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a thorough list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
The COVID-19 vaccination is a job requirement and a condition of employment. Offers of employment will be conditional upon proof of full immunization against COVID-19 with a Health Canada approved vaccine, prior to the candidates’ start date.
Application closing date:Â Position will remain active until position is filled Â
Candidates meeting the criteria who wish to apply for this exciting opportunity should email their cover letter and resume to Human Resources at careers@cmha.calgary.ab.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.