Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the manager of the ACARP program at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, the Peer Support Worker - ACARP Program works as a key member of the multidisciplinary team. The PSW collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to deliver patient-centered, trauma-informed approach to care practicing within a harm reduction philosophy. The goal of the ACARP team is to provide patient-centered, evidence-based, holistic care to patients who are socially vulnerable and/or dealing with problematic substance use. By using a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach, the team strives to support at risk patients improve their social determinants of health. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
Description:

As a Peer Support Worker, you will provide interventions and supports that are complementary to the work of a multi-disciplinary outreach team. The team functions together to provide treatment, rehabilitation and support services for the diverse needs of clients navigating life impacting experiences. Through your own lived experience(s), and experiences of recovery and resilience, as the Peer Support Worker, you can authentically inspire hope to clients by sharing your story, offering mentorship and support; advocating for client needs; and supporting an integrated and resiliency/recovery-oriented health care and treatment experience.

• Transition Company: Recovery Alberta
• Classification: Peer Support Worker
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Acute Care Addiction Recovery Program
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable

Please refer the Job description for details