Community support worker jobs in Canada

Find community support worker jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Nov 2, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 805
Employers: 248

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.85Across 178 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $58,978Across 19 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 2%17 listings
On-site: 97%784 listings

Not specified: <1% (4 listings)

Employers hiring include Pacific Coast Community Resources (29), Vancouver Coastal Health (25), Excel Society (23).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Community support worker jobs in Canada

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#2250 - Community Support Worker | Permanent Full Time
Developmental Disabilities Association
Vancouver, BC
- $28.46 to $31.57 CAD / hour
- Full-time
…experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine…
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Mental Health Worker - Rock Bay Landing
Victoria Cool Aid Society
Victoria, BC
- Part-time
This is a great opportunity to join an organization that is committed to ending homelessness and improving the lives of the most vulnerable in our community.
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Community Addictions Worker
Prairie Mountain Health
Dauphin, MB
- Full-time
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CJ
youth worker
Charles J Andrew Healing Centre
North West River, NL
- Part-time
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VC
Mental Health Worker - Swift House
Victoria Cool Aid Society
Victoria, BC
- Contract
This is a great opportunity to join an organization that is committed to ending homelessness and improving the lives of the most vulnerable in our community.
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BC
child and youth worker
Bridgeway Connection Services
Barrhead, AB
- Full-time
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Youth Worker
Edmonton City Centre Church Corp
AB
- Up to $23.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
…in the communities they call home. Guided by our vision of a community where every person has the opportunity to live with dignity, belonging, and purpose, we deliver person-led,…
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Community Support Worker
Bayshore
Nanaimo, BC
As a Community Support Worker, you will support adults with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and/or Fetal Alc
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Youth Peer Support Worker
PCRS General
Surrey, BC
- Part-time
Pacific Community Resources Society is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities,…
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TS
Supervised Access Worker - Part Time.
The Salvation Army in Canada
Kingston, ON
- Part-time
…necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging…
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Child and Youth Worker - Pediatrics
Halton Healthcare
Oakville, ON
- Part-time
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Community Support Worker
ROBIN COLLEGE
AB · Edmonton, AB
- $25 to $30 CAD / hour
- Part-time
🚀 We're Hiring: Community Support Worker / Social Services Instructor (Hybrid)
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Emergency Weather Community Support Worker (Term Contract)
Ruth & Naomi's Mission
Chilliwack, BC
Community Support Worker – Emergency Weather Response (Casual, On-Call, Seasonal)
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Community Mental Health Worker - Child and Adolescent - Repost
Southern Health-Santé Sud
Ste. Anne, MB
- Full-time
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Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker (Social Services)
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $31.64 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Come work as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Tertiary Mental Health - Assessment & Treatment team! Apply now to join the team!
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Mental Health Support Worker (FT) - Mistahimaskwa House
Catholic Social Services
Edmonton, AB
Catholic Social Services is currently seeking a full-time (awake overnight) position, 42 hours per week, Mental Health Support Workers in EDMONTON to join our team. Providing excellent…
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Community Support Worker II (CSWII- 48.26.11)
Excel Society
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
Daily supporting clients to work towards their Individual Support Plan - client goals and identified measurable outcomes.
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ES
Community Support Worker II (CSWII- 48.26.10)
Excel Society
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
Daily supporting clients to work towards their Individual Support Plan - client goals and identified measurable outcomes.
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ES
Community Support Worker II (CSWII-06.26.04)
Excel Society
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Daily supporting clients to work towards their Individual Support Plan - client goals and identified measurable outcomes.
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TS
Supervised Access Worker - Part Time.
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
Greater Napanee, ON · Kingston, ON
- Part-time
…necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging…
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Child & Youth Worker - NH Vancouver
Nisa Helpline
Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
Job Title Child & Youth Worker Job Status Part-time (10-15hrs/week - availability required on both weekdays and weekends)
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Community Support Worker - Home Care & Disability Support
Alberta Care Staffing
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
…with individuals and families needing home care and disability support services across the province. The agency focuses on person-centered care, supporting clients to live safely and…
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Mental Health Worker - COAST
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Hamilton, ON · COAST
- Full-time
Crisis Outreach and Support Team (COAST) (Hamilton)
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Peer Support Worker - Casual
CMHA, Cochrane-Timiskamin
ON
- $29.27 to $31.96 CAD / hour
The Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch is currently recruiting a Peer Support Worker for the Recovery Centre in Kirkland Lake.
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Peer Support Worker - Permanent Full-Time
CMHA, Cochrane-Timiskamin
Timmins, ON
- $29.27 to $31.96 CAD / hour
- Full-time
The Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch is currently recruiting a Peer Support Worker for the Timmins Pine Site.

PCRS General

Youth Peer Support Worker

Surrey, BC, V3T 4C2, Canada

Wage Grid 11 ($29.11 to $30.36 per hour) · Part-time

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Job details

Pay: Wage Grid 11 ($29.11 to $30.36 per hour)
Job type: Part-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 20, 2026

Original job description

Pacific Community Resources Society is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities.

Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact our HR department at hr@pcrs.ca. Personal information will be kept confidential.

Last Date to Apply:

November 3, 2026

About PCRS

Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.

About the Program

Foundry is an integrated youth services (IYS) initiative for youth ages 12-24 throughout British Columbia (BC). Foundry removes barriers and improves care pathways for youth by supporting co-location and integration of existing resources and services for five core streams: physical and sexual health, mental health, substance use, peer support and social services. Located in Surrey City Centre, Foundry Surrey Central serves a diverse and growing community and is committed to accessible, culturally safer, youth- and family-centred care.

Hours & Conditions of Work

Regular Part Time
17.5 hours weekly
Shifts vary and but will include closing shifts (11:30-7:00pm) to accommodate youths' needs

Position Summary

Wage Grid 11 ($29.11 to $30.36 per hour)

The Youth Peer Support (YPS) Worker participates as a member of the Foundry centre team, drawing on their own lived experience. The YPS worker helps youth and young adults with enhancing their health and wellness, service navigation, and resource information and connects them with Foundry and/or community resources. The YPS worker offers peer-based mentoring and emotional support and works collaboratively with youth, their families and members of the interdisciplinary care team. An ability to support neurodiverse, gender and sexually diverse, Indigenous, racialized, rural and remote, or youth and young adults with physical disabilities as a peer would be considered an asset. This position assists with the delivery of walk-in services, offering support both on a one-on-one basis and in a group setting. The YPS worker acts as an advocate and role model, helping young people and their families recognize that with hope, recovery is possible.

Responsibilities

Establishes a purposeful relationship with young people and supports their engagement and participation in centre services, ensuring it is a safe, welcoming and youth friendly environment.
Provides support, guidance and mentorship for youth and their families and assists in sharing information on resources and system navigation
Develops, leads or co-facilitates peer services to promote skill development and mental health and substance use recovery and relapse prevention.
Provides support to aid with reducing youth’s concerns, improve or maintain functioning and enable independence and active participation.
Works collaboratively with team members to meet pre-established goals and objectives, facilitates recovery-based peer support meetings and activities.
Completes and maintains related records and documentation in electronic medical records and data systems including service information, progress reports and notes, and care plans.

Knowledge & Competencies

Lived experience and completion of, or willing to complete a recognized youth peer support training program upon hire. Comfortable with self-identifying and sharing insights gained from their lived experience.
Ability to establish rapport and maintain therapeutic relationships with young people and family members.
Empathic and compassionate, with good listening skills and creative thinking and a willingness to share one’s own story to facilitate and support recovery.
Knowledge of systemic issues and risk factors facing minority groups including LGBTQ2S+ and Indigenous youth and young adults.
Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.
High degree of self-awareness and capacity to apply appropriate boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
Broad knowledge of social, mental health and substance use services available in the community.

What We Offer

Equitable & Transparent Base Pay – we are a Certified Living Wage Employer
Generous paid vacation, personal and sick time; additional paid time off for life events
Additional paid holidays (ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day)
Health Benefits Coverage with 100% employer-paid premiums - including extended health and prescriptions, dental, vision and paramedical care
Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling
Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions
Flexible schedules and earned day off program
Full-day agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations
In-house digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional development
Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, JEDI and more

Eligibility varies depending on employment terms and role requirements – details for this specific opportunity will be provided on request.

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Responsibilities

The Youth Peer Support Worker provides mentorship, emotional support, and service navigation to youth and their families within a centre-based setting. They also facilitate peer-led groups and maintain accurate clinical records to support recovery and wellness goals.

Requirements

Candidates must have lived experience relevant to the role and be willing to complete a recognized youth peer support training program. Strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of systemic issues facing minority groups, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries are essential.

Skills

Peer support
Mentoring
Crisis intervention
Conflict resolution
Service navigation
Case documentation
Mental health support
Substance use recovery
Relationship building
Active listening
Empathy
Boundary setting
Data management
Advocacy
Youth engagement

Benefits

Paid vacation
Paid personal time
Paid sick time
Paid holidays
Health benefits coverage
Dental care
Vision care
Paramedical care
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee and family assistance program
Municipal pension plan
Flexible schedules
Earned day off program
Professional development funding

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Youth Peer Support
Foundry
Non-profit
Mental Health
Substance Use
Social Services
Case Management
Electronic Medical Records
Recovery
Relapse Prevention
Community Resources
Diversity and Inclusion
Indigenous Peoples
LGBTQ2S+
Neurodiversity
Crisis Intervention
Conflict Resolution
Mentorship
Advocacy
Living Wage Employer
CARF Accredited

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