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Association for New Canadians

Youth Peer Support Worker

St. John's, NL, A1B 1S4, Canada

Part-time · Temporary

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Job type: Part-time · Temporary
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Original job description

Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.

Job Title: Youth Peer Support Worker

Location: St. John’s, NL

Position Type: 11 Temporary-part-time positions until March 31, 2027

Closing date: Until filled

Reporting to the Provincial Program Trainer, the Youth Peer Support Worker provides non‑clinical, peer‑based support to youth accessing the program. Grounded in lived or living experience, the role focuses on building connection, trust, and hope through mentorship, relational engagement, and strengths‑based support. The Peer Support Worker walks alongside youth as they navigate challenges, develop skills, and access community resources.

This position is non‑clinical in nature and does not involve counselling, therapy, crisis intervention, diagnosis, assessment, or case management.

Hours & Location: This position works up to 10 hours per week and may involve providing peer support in person, virtually, and by phone. In-person work will primarily take place at an English as an Additional Language school, with opportunities to provide support in other community-based settings, including potential school-based sessions. Youth Peer Support Workers are expected to establish a consistent weekly schedule based on their availability and program needs. Schedules will be discussed and confirmed with the program team.

Role and Responsibilities

Build safe, respectful, and trusting relationships with youth participants
Provide one-on-one and/or group peer support through shared lived experience
Offer emotional support, encouragement, and validation in a non-judgmental way
Support youth in identifying strengths, setting personal goals, and developing coping strategies
Encourage independence, resilience, and self-advocacy
Assist youth in navigating community services (e.g., housing, education, employment, health supports)
Facilitate or co-facilitate group activities, workshops, or peer-led initiatives
Maintain clear and consistent boundaries appropriate to the peer support role
Recognize when a youth may require additional or clinical support and connect them to appropriate services
Follow organizational protocols for safety, including escalation procedures when needed
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training

Scope of Role

The Youth Peer Support Worker:

Does: provide emotional support, share lived experience, mentor, and connect youth to resources
Does Not: provide counselling, therapy, diagnosis, or clinical assessment
Does Not: take on the role of a clinician, social worker, or case manager

Guiding Principles The Youth Peer Support Worker operates in accordance with the following guiding principles:

Youth voice and choice
Lived experience as expertise
Hope, recovery, and resilience
Healthy boundaries and ethical practice
Inclusion, diversity, and respect

Qualifications and Experience

Be between 16 and 25 years of age.
Have been born outside Canada and have lived experience as a newcomer to Canada. Preference will be given to candidates who have been living in Canada for five years or less.
Be legally authorized to work in Canada for the duration of the 12-month employment period. Candidates do not necessarily need to be permanent residents if they hold another valid work authorization that covers the full employment period.
Have lived or living experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use, with demonstrated progress in personal recovery.
Demonstrate the ability to use lived experience safely, purposefully, and appropriately within a peer support role.
Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly when working with youth.
Experience working or volunteering with youth or other vulnerable populations is considered an asset.
Knowledge of local youth services, community resources, and support systems is considered an asset.
The ability to speak more than one language is considered an asset.

Skills and Competencies

Empathy, authenticity, and active listening
Strong boundary-setting and self-awareness
Ability to engage youth in a relatable and respectful way
Cultural humility and commitment to equity and inclusion
Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Basic computer and documentation skills

Conditions of Employment

Be between 16 and 25 years of age.
Have been born outside Canada and have lived experience as a newcomer to Canada. Preference will be given to candidates who have been living in Canada for five years or less.
Be legally authorized to work in Canada for the duration of the 12-month employment period. Candidates do not necessarily need to be permanent residents if they hold another valid work authorization that covers the full employment period.
Hold a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) and have legal authorization to work in Canada
Flexible schedule
This position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

How to Apply

Please upload a cover letter and resume in PDF form to

https://associationfornewcanadians.bamboohr.com/careers/307

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us on-line at www.ancnl.ca.

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Responsibilities

The Youth Peer Support Worker provides non-clinical, peer-based support to youth by sharing lived experiences and offering emotional encouragement. They also assist youth in identifying personal strengths, setting goals, and navigating community resources.

Requirements

Candidates must be between 16 and 25 years of age, born outside Canada, and have lived experience as a newcomer. They must also possess lived experience with mental health challenges or substance use and be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Skills

Peer support
Mentorship
Active listening
Empathy
Boundary setting
Conflict resolution
Problem-solving
Cultural humility
Communication skills
Documentation
Relationship building
Emotional support
Community resource navigation
Group facilitation

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Keywords

Youth Peer Support
Newcomer
Mental Health
Substance Use
Mentorship
Community Services
Non-profit
Settlement Services
Integration
Equity
Diversity
Inclusion
Documentation
Case Management
Crisis Intervention
Youth Advocacy
Resilience
Recovery

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