The Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch is currently recruiting a Peer Support Worker within the Housing Program for its Cochrane office. In keeping with the CMHA Cochrane Timiskaming Branch’s Mission, Vision, Values and strategic plan, the Peer Support Worker complements the spectrum of services offered to individuals who are experiencing mental health difficulties by providing recovery-oriented supports related to skill-building activities of daily living, life skills, relationship-building, homemaking, and experiential learning.

Qualifications:
1. Minimum Grade 12 diploma;
2. Personal experience with mental illness and recovery;
3. Experience working in a peer support capacity;
4. Ability to establish rapport and trusting relationships with clients and their support network;
5. Belief in recovery values with skills and experience to support this approach;
6. The ability to provide services according to a work schedule determined by the employer and according to the needs of the
individuals served.

Language Requirement: Bilingualism required.

For a complete job description, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at humanresources@cmhact.ca. This is a temporary full-time (3yr contract) unionized position, located in Cochrane. We offer a comprehensive compensation program and the opportunity to work alongside a team of energetic and spirited employees who are committed to improving the lives of those who rely on us for support.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume focused on personal achievements relevant to the position to: humanresources@cmhact.ca

CMHA-CT has a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires covered individuals to take part in COVID-19 vaccination programs recommended by Public Health; unless they are approved for a human rights accommodation from CMHA-CT. Compliance with this policy is mandatory for this position.

For more about the Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch
and the important work we do, visit us at www.cmhact.ca.

Please advise Human Resources if you will require accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code or the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to properly participate. We would be pleased to assist you.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this
employment opportunity. We will contact those candidates who are invited to participate in an interview