Peer Support Worker

JOB POSTING # 2021-125-13

• INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
  
• Foundry
• Peer Support Worker, Foundry Works!
• Wage: $19.00 per hour
• Part Time: 15 hr/wk
• Temporary – July 31, 2024

About Archway Community Services

Archway Community Services (formerly known as Abbotsford Community Services) has been helping people since 1969. We provide more than 90 programs and services to clients at every stage of life. Our vision for the future is justice, opportunities and equitable access for all. We strive toward that goal by fostering community well-being and social justice through positive action and leadership. Come help us help people.

Job Summary

The Rapid Response Support Worker provides administrative support and initial contact and temporary support to program clients. This position works as part of a team of Support Workers to assist clients who have experienced intimate partner abuse as they navigate the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a purposeful relationship with Foundry Works young people and supports their engagement and participation in Foundry Works services at a level identified by the youth.
• Provides support, guidance and mentorship for youth seeking employment, training, education and/or volunteering and assists in sharing information on resources and accessing services.
• Assists youth with the activities related to their participation in the Foundry Works program.
• Works with Foundry Works participants 1:1 and in a group setting.
• Accompanies youth to appointments in the community.
• Leads or co-facilitates group services to promote skills development.
• Works collaboratively with Foundry Works team to meet youth’s pre-established goals and objectives.
• Works collaboratively with Project Lead/Clinical Coordinator and Vocational Specialist to develop and facilitate program needs and objectives.
• Works collaboratively with community agencies and other employment programs to increase awareness of Foundry Works.
• Completes and maintains related records and documentation including statistics, progress reports and care plans.
• Participates in team meetings, case conferences and organizational initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education and Certification:

• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check.
• Completed Grade 12 or equivalent
• Lived experience navigating barriers to employment, training and/or education or who have taken non-traditional paths towards achieving employment, training and/or education goals.
• Completion of or eligible for completion of a recognized youth peer support training program, and willing to self-identify and share experiences.

Knowledge and Skill Set

• Ability to establish rapport and maintain professional relationships with young people and identified allies.
• Empathic, compassionate, with good listening skills and creative thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to observe and recognize changes in youth and communicate those changes to others on the care team.
• Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.
• High degree of self-awareness and capacity to apply appropriate boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
• Able to promote positive change and independence.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and able to advocate for self and others.
• Broad knowledge of employment and education resources in the community.
• Broad knowledge of mental health, substance use and social services available in the community
• Knowledge of systemic issues and risk factors facing minatory groups including LGBTQ2S+, Indigenous youth and young adults.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Well-developed communication skills; ability to speak, listen and write clearly, thoroughly and professionally.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, accountability, reliability, and
• Ability to work independently and show initiative, as well as be part of an inter-disciplinary team
• Basic computer skills; experience with Office 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook).

Working Conditions

• Proof of double Covid-19 vaccination required.
• Occasional interactions with difficult people may occur.
• Flexible workhours including into the evening are required.

Email your cover letter and resume to:
jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting 2021-125-13

Closing date is Wednesday, October 27th

No phone calls please. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Archway Community Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all equity seeking groups.