Peer Support South East Ontario is looking for a reliable, engaging and non judgmental Direct Peer Support Worker. This position will be based out of our Kingston & NapaneePeer Support Centres. The schedule is a fixed two week rotation. The successful applicant will be working 3 days per week in our Kingston location and 2 days per week in our Napanee location. The successful applicant will typically be scheduled Monday to Friday, however the individual will be required to work one Saturday per month.
Peer Support is a non clinical service. We lean on the lived experience of our Direct Peer Support Workers to work with individuals on their personal recovery.
We hire individuals with lived experience with addictions or mental health barriers, who are well enough in their own recovery to support others.
You must submit a coverletter to be considered for the position. Please no emails or phone calls. Only those who submit through Indeed and meet the requirements will be considered.
Fluency in French is an asset.
The wage is inclusive of 5% in lieu of benefits.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: $18.11 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application question(s):
- Did you submit a cover letter? If not, you will not be considered.
Experience:
- addictions/mental health: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Ontario Driver's Licence and reliable transportation (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-02-02