*PEER SUPPORT WORKER*

*Up to 1 year contract*

If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping your community thrive, then this opportunity is for you and we want to hear from you. We urge individuals that have retired, semi-retired, are returning to the workforce, those that are new to Canada, and recent graduates to also apply. At Good Shepherd, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, equal and authentic workplace.

*About Good Shepherd*

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food and clothing; daily hot meals; emergency shelters for men, youth, families, women and children; transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – HOMES Program.

*Why Work with Good Shepherd?*

* Be a part of a caring *TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY*
* *POSITIVE *and *ENCOURAGING* atmosphere
* *EMPLOYEE AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM*
* Wellness Program
* Make a difference and provide *HOPE*
* Paid time off

*Job Description*

The HOMES program provides supportive housing to persons who have been homeless and are living with a mental illness. Team members support residents on-site and throughout the community to reach personal goals and to have a satisfying and meaningful life in the community. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of responsibility, availability, adaptability, quality and dignity as well as:

* Having a recovery orientation and client-centred style of practice
* Working effectively as a part of a team and interact with workers from a variety of agencies
* Excellent skills in facilitating life-skill development & adult education in areas of financial responsibility, personal care and other areas of personal growth
* An integrated understanding of a holistic approach of support; this includes the delivery of therapeutic recreation in psycho-social rehabilitation
* Being creative and flexible in their approach, willingness to role-model and self-disclosure when appropriate
* Must have knowledge and ability to work within a Harm Reduction framework
* Provide mentoring / leadership within Dual Recovery Anonymous
* Knowledge of and experience working with community-based agencies and services
* Having good oral and written communication
* Having crisis intervention skills, with well-developed problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skills, practise that supports self-determination and empowerment

*Work Conditions*

* Most work is done in the community and in tenant homes
* Must be willing and able to assist in a hands-on capacity with tenants
* Must be able to work rotating shifts of days, evenings, and weekends
* Ability to work independently with minimum day-to-day supervision

*Qualifications*

* Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a peer support role
* Lived experience in managing mental health, addiction issues and/or precarious housing
* Peer support training from a recognized peer support organization or willingness to take training
* Post-secondary education in social services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is an asset
* Candidates who have worked in an outreach/mobile atmosphere an asset
* Knowledge of community resources, social, and environmental determinants of health
* Must have a valid driver’s license, be willing to use personal vehicle at work and acquire appropriate insurance
* A good understanding of cultural competency and be able to work within an anti-racist and anti-oppressive framework or openness to be trained
* Ideally have a general understanding of the mental health act and residential tenancies act
* Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset

*Don’t Meet Every Requirement?*

If you are excited about this role and Good Shepherd’s Mission but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with all of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.

*How Can I Apply?*

Please apply on indeed or our website resume to Victoria Melgar, Program Manager, HOMES CHO, quoting job # OS-03-23

_\*Due to overwhelming response, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. For additional opportunities please visit us on indeed or on our website www.goodshepherdcentres.ca_

*Our Values*

_*Hospitality*_, as inspired by St. John of God is at the heart of Good Shepherd’s mission. This means that we welcome all people with compassion, acceptance and a spirit of generosity; creating opportunities for transformation.

Hospitality embodies our *Values* of:

* *Responsibility*
* *Availability*
* *Adaptability*
* *Quality*
* *Dignity*

_Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve._

_Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877 ex 2265._

_Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview._

_Due to overwhelming response, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. For additional opportunities please visit us on indeed or on our website www.goodshepherdcentres.ca_

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $21.66 per hour

Benefits:
* Company events
* Employee assistance program
* Wellness program
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability



Ability to commute/relocate:
* Hamilton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
* supportive care: 1 year (preferred)
* Mental Health and/or Addictions: 1 year (preferred)


Work Location: One location%5340464% %%care%%

posted 30+ days ago