Job details
- JobBank Id: 41943200
- JobSeekr Id: 266975
- Peer Support Worker
- Edmonton, AB
- Full time
- Native Counselling Services of Alberta
- $47,500 to $49,980
- 35 hours per week
Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years - or equivalent experience
Experience
Will train
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Early intervention programming for at-risk youth
Work setting
- Urban area
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Prepare reports or case histories
- Administrative and office activities
- Assess client’s relevant skill strengths and development needs
- Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
- Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
- Offer mentoring
Supervision
- 11-15 people
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- First Aid Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
- Adolescents
Computer and technology knowledge
- MS Office
Area of work experience
- Community service organization
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Child welfare check
- Driver’s validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Ability to work independently
- Fast-paced environment
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Interpersonal awareness
- Judgement
- Values and ethics
- Client focus
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Team player
- Organized
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits