Youth Peer Support Worker

Description

JOB SUMMARY:JOB SUMMARYWithin the context of a client and family-centered recovery model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Youth Peer Support Worker is part of an interdisciplinary team providing online and in person peer support services to youth and/or those who have experienced mental health or substance use challenges. Provides a range of non-clinical, peer-based services to youth through shared living/lived experience including assisting in the navigation of the mental health/substance use system while providing individualized peer-based practical, emotional and social supports. Works alongside Clinicians to deliver services. Facilitates peer-based groups, conducts peer information sessions and delivers services in alignment with Foundry’s Service Model.QUALIFICATIONS:QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience Grade 12, completion of a recognized Peer Support Training Program and two (2) years’ recent related experience in a peer support role, or an equivalent combination of education, training and peer support experience. Lived experience with recovery from a mental illness and as a recipient of mental health and substance use services including peer knowledge of the designated service user population in the applicable program area or department. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to use one’s lived experience to promote positive connections with youthDemonstrated knowledge of mental health and substance use resources and community servicesDemonstrated ability in using a strength-based approach in sharing challenges and co-creating solutionsDemonstrated ability to work with diverse populations, recognize and respond appropriately to the needs of youthKnowledge of harm reduction principles and activities. Ability to develop, organize, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate individual and group activities.Ability to work independently and in cooperation with othersAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingAbility to organize and prioritizeAbility to observe and recognize changes in the clientAbility to establish and maintain rapport with clientsHome management skillsAbility to instructAbility to analyze and resolve problemsConflict resolution and crisis intervention skillsAbility to operate related equipmentPhysical ability to carry out the work of the positionThe hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.