Peer Support Worker at Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

33.08

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer support, Group facilitation, Mental health support, Intake assessment, Crisis intervention, Community outreach, Advocacy, Social recreation programming, Trauma-informed care, Anti-oppression practice, Collaboration, Communication skills, Documentation, Conflict resolution, Relationship building

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Peer Support Worker – Routes (Part Time – Contract) ---------------------------------------- The Role and Opportunity The Peer Support Worker provides a unique perspective through personal experience of the mental health system. As a member of the team, the Peer Support Worker seeks to facilitate the recovery of people living with mental health challenges by providing an inclusive and safe space that creates opportunities for community-based peer support and skills. Salary: $30.19 – $33.08 + 4% in lieu of vacation Location: 2700 Dufferin St. About CMHA Toronto CMHA Toronto [https://cmhato.org/] is the city’s leading community mental health agency. We provide accessible, quality care for Toronto residents through programs, research and advocacy that create belonging and hope. At CMHA Toronto, we take a client-first, recovery-oriented approach to supporting people and their families when they experience mental health challenges or live with mental illness. By integrating health and social care, we provide services that aid in long-term wellness including housing, employment, community connections and so much more. Our goal? Help everyone thrive in the community. Responsibilities Peer Support * Welcome new members to the centre and complete intake * Develop andmaintainspecialized peer groups andfacilitaterecovery groups * Utilize personal experience to support members * Provide one to one peer support sessions with members both in person and on the phone * Engage members in social/recreation activities. * Support other staff members with the delivery of recovery focused workshop(s) * Provide all services using a recovery framework Engagement/Outreach/Advocacy * Develop a trusting relationship with members * Engage members toparticipatein activities and look for opportunities for members to connect * Provide members with information on programming and community resources Housekeeping/Administration * Setup rooms and program preparation, * Ensure that attendance of groupsaredocumented daily * Ensure space is clean throughout the day andparticipatein clean up duties at end of shift Additional duties as assigned Experience & Education Required Education Post-secondary degree or diploma in social services or an equivalent. Related Experience: * Minimum two (2) years of experience working in community mental health with experience providing group facilitation * Lived experience is a requirement * Experience working from an anti-discrimination, anti-oppressionand trauma informed perspective Skills Required * Able toestablishsupportive and trusting relationships with individuals * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Experience in social recreation programming * Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work independently Other Requirements * Satisfactory police records search and vulnerable sector screening * Satisfactory references * Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 by receiving the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada, including a booster dose, and must provide CMHA Toronto with proof of vaccination prior to their start date. Why Choose CMHA Toronto? If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement. Our benefits include: * Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income uponretirement  * Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you   * Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health servicedelivery   * Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference    CMHA Toronto is an award-winning workplace committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, empathy, and accountability. Our staff value the flexibility in work schedules, the emphasis on work-life balance, and the organization's commitment to continuous learning through training and development opportunities. Many employees highlight the strong sense of community and support that make CMHA Toronto feel like more than just a workplace—it feels like a community. As an equity-informed employer, CMHA Toronto reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from equity-deserving candidates, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized individuals, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women. We recognize and honour the intersectionality of equity-based identities. Personal experience with mental health challenges, whether firsthand or through a loved one, is considered an asset. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please inform us before the interview if you require an accommodation. To be eligible for this role candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination. Important Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process. This posting is for an existing vacancy. CMHA Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The Peer Support Worker facilitates recovery by providing one-on-one and group support to individuals living with mental health challenges. They are also responsible for intake, community outreach, and maintaining the program space.