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EC
Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II
EHN Canada
Canada
- Full-time
Liaise with patient’s family, referral sources, community providers, EAP representatives, case managers and other members of the circle of care on a regular and timely basis.
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Mental Health Counselor (In-Person)
Perception Psychotherapy
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Contract
At Perception Psychotherapy, we hire intentionally. We want to be a community, not just for our clients but for the people doing the work. We know therapists do their best work when they…
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EMDR and/or Couples Therapist (Registered Psychotherapist)
Evergreen Therapeutics
Burlington, ON
- Part-time
…thriving as therapists means making room for joy, rest, and…
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Community Support Worker
Pacific Coast Community Resources
Kamloops, BC
- $25.95 to $29.76 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Minimum 2 years of experience in community social services/health care
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Registered Counselling Therapist
CBI Health
Dartmouth, NS · Halifax, NS
- Full-time
CBI Health is Canada's leading community healthcare provider. Our national interdisciplinary network of healthcare staff and professionals is over 2,500 strong, and we continue to find ways…
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Parole Officer Supervisor
Native Counselling Services of Alberta
AB · Edmonton, AB
- $70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Must have a reliable vehicle, valid Alberta driver’s license and liability insurance to use your vehicle as part of your employment
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BC
Social Worker
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Clinical Manager of Mental Health Outpatient and Social Work, you will be responsible to provide quality social work services congruent with the Code of Ethics and…
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Community Support Worker
Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation
Calgary, AB
- Contract
As a Community Support Worker, you will provide one-on-one support to an adult woman with a disability, helping her participate in meaningful recreational, social, and community activities.…
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Addictions Counsellor
CMHA
ON
- Full-time
Facilitate connections to needed and wanted services, supports, and resources, including those in the broader community.
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Masters Career Coach
McGill University
Montreal, QC · Bronfman Building
- Full-time
Reporting to the Associate Director, Career coaching of Desautels Career Management Services (CMS), and working closely with the Academic Director, Program Director, Technical Interview…
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Mental Health Counsellor - NH Scarborough
Nisa Foundation
Canada
- Full-time
Nisa Foundation is a community-based charity that has promoted safety, security, and mental wellness for racialized women across Canada since 2014. The organization provides toll-free…
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Social Worker II, CIFT
YOUTHDALE TREATMENT CENTRES
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…with the teams to ensure successful transition back to the community within that time frame, administer standardized tools and use the results in treatment planning (tools include the…
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Community Association Manager - New Project Development
Keystone Pacific Property Management
ON · Ontario, Canada
- Full-time
…developments, large-scale onsite communities, and master-planned community…
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Licensed Counselling Therapist
NuVista Mental Health
Fredericton, NB
- Full-time
As a Licensed Counselling Therapist, you will provide evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy services within a supportive, multidisciplinary clinic environment. You will work…
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Registered Social Worker
Calian in Space & Technology
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Social Work from a recognized university · Must hold a current membership certificate with the Alberta College of Social Workers, and be authorized to provide Psycho-Social Interventions
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Addictions Counsellor Diploma
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
- Full-time
…they may need to case manage the coordination of stabilization services to enhance a successful referral to ongoing services. The Addiction Counsellor must be able to recognize the elements…
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Social Worker, MSW, Perinatal Mental Health and Substance Use Programs - BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre
Sanya’k̓ula
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
…of individuals and groups, including patients and families, community providers, MCFD social workers, schools, hospitals and other agencies, in order to coordinate services across the…
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Social Worker, Hospice Palliative Community Services - Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre
Fraser Health Authority
Abbotsford, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Other
We currently have exciting opportunities for Casual - Social Worker, Hospice Palliative Community Services to join our team at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre located in…
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Social Worker - RSW - Forensic Psychiatry (M3)
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
The Registered Social Worker provides quality social work services congruent with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service…
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BC
Social Worker
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Clinical Manager of Mental Health Outpatient and Social Work, you will be responsible to provide quality social work services congruent with the Code of Ethics and…
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Social Worker, Indigenous Wellness
Fraser Health
Burnaby, BC
- Full-time
Conducts comprehensive social work and psychosocial assessments of clients and their families using a variety of assessment tools to provide treatment services for clients including…
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Social Worker, Toxic Drug Response and Priority Populations - Integrated Homeless Action Response Team (IHART) – Abbotsford
Fraser Health Authority
Abbotsford, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Other
…works within an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive services and brief therapeutic clinical counseling to clients and their families; conducts comprehensive social work and…
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Community Support Worker - Winter Warming (EDM)
The Mustard SEED Society
Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
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Social Worker, Indigenous Wellness
Fraser Health Authority
Burnaby, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Conducts comprehensive social work and psychosocial assessments of clients and their families using a variety of assessment tools to provide treatment services for clients including…
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Clinical Counsellor, Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Fraser Health Authority
Surrey, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Other
…assessment, short term case management and clinical counselling services on complex cases to individuals and families, who present at outpatient clinics, with and affected by serious and…

OneSky Community Resources

Peer Support Worker - Temp PT

Penticton 1, BC, Canada

Part-time

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Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Nov 15, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 21, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Peer Support Worker

Location: Penticton Foundry

Employment Status: Temp Part -Time

Contract End Date: March 31, 2027

Hours: 20/week

Closing Date: November 15, 2026

Job Summary

The Peer Support Worker is a member of the Foundry Penticton Team and offers peer–based mentoring and emotional support to youth ages 12-24, and works collaboratively with youth, their families and allies, and members of the care team. The Peer Support Worker plays a key role in ensuring the Centre offers a safe, welcoming, inclusive and youth-friendly environment, facilitating youth engagement, independence and participation. This position assists with the delivery of peer-based walk-in services and is responsible for the organization and facilitation of groups and events.

Qualifications and Experience

Grade 12 plus recent, related experience working with youth or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Lived experience with mental health and/or substance challenges, completion of/eligible for completion of a recognized youth peer support training program, and willing to self-identify and share experience.

Required

Successful completion of:

1. criminal record check
2. personal and professional references
3. educational transcripts

Have or willing to obtain a current First Aid Certificate & CPR
Willing to complete IPS training and certification
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's license, reliable vehicle and clean driver’s abstract
Signed Confidentiality Agreement
Adherence to OneSky policies and procedures, program operations manual and commitment to Code of Ethics

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to relate to and engage with youth, and understanding of the value of peer/client involvement
High degree of self-awareness and capacity to apply appropriate boundaries and maintain confidentiality
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
Ability to organize and prioritize, and to work well under pressure or in difficult circumstances
Ability to establish rapport with clients, their families and their support networks, and to maintain supportive, collaborative relationships
Demonstrated ability to recognize changes in clients and communicate those changes to others on the care team
Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to gather and process information to support clients and/or the care team
Basic knowledge of computer skills and social media
Willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

Plays a key role in ensuring that the Centre offers a safe, welcoming, inclusive and youth-friendly environment, facilitating youth engagement, independence and participation

Establishes and maintains trusting and purposeful relationships with clients and supports their engagement and participation in Centre activities

Provides support, guidance and mentorship for youth and their allies, and assists in sharing information on resources and service navigation

Assists clients toward self-managing all aspects of their life including their mental wellness, substance use and/or other health conditions by sharing information and a lived experience perspective

Assists with creating an effective and supportive connection between service providers and clients, and facilitates awareness of youth/family needs

Works collaboratively with team members to meet pre-established goals and objectives; facilitates recovery-based peer support meetings and activities

Support youth with navigating resources and services and making appropriate referrals as needed

Completes and maintains related records and documentation

Attends and participates in team meetings, case conferences and Centre initiatives

Responsibilities to the Agency

Maintains a commitment to maintaining inclusive quality service environments that provide clients with respect, and value their choices and abilities
Maintains confidentiality
Supports and maintains CQI initiatives and accreditation requirements
Participates in OneSky meetings and events as required
Supports the mission, vision and values of OneSky
Perform any related duties which may be assigned and/or required to maintain the operations and integrity of the program.

Why work at OneSky? At OneSky Community Resources, we believe in the strength of community, the importance of connection, and the potential of every young person. As a Peer Support Worker at Foundry Penticton, you’ll be part of a passionate, multidisciplinary team working together to create safe, inclusive, and youth-friendly spaces. You’ll play a vital role in offering meaningful peer-based support, fostering trust, and helping youth feel seen, heard, and empowered.

If you're a compassionate, community-minded individual who thrives in a collaborative, ever-evolving environment, we invite you to apply. Help us make Penticton a safer, more inclusive place for youth to grow, thrive, and belong.

Please note: You will receive an automated confirmation email from "notifications@app.bamboohr.com" after submitting your application. If it does not appear in inbox, please check spam or junk folder and mark it as “not spam” to receive future communications.

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Responsibilities

The Peer Support Worker provides peer-based mentoring and emotional support to youth while facilitating a safe, inclusive environment at the Centre. They collaborate with the care team to assist youth with service navigation, resource referrals, and self-management of their health and wellness.

Requirements

Candidates must have Grade 12 education and recent experience working with youth, along with lived experience regarding mental health or substance challenges. Applicants are required to hold a valid BC Class 5 driver's license and be willing to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.

Skills

Peer support
Youth mentoring
Emotional support
Crisis intervention
Case management
Conflict resolution
Documentation
Social media
Collaboration
Problem solving
Decision making
Confidentiality
Service navigation
First aid
CPR

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Keywords

Peer Support
Youth Services
Mental Health
Substance Use
Foundry Penticton
Mentoring
Case Management
Documentation
First Aid
CPR
Driver's License
Confidentiality
Social Media
Community Resources
Inclusive Environment
Service Navigation
Recovery-based Support
OneSky
Youth Engagement

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