Peer Health Worker - Kitchener, Canada - House of Friendship

House of Friendship

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Kitchener, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At House of Friendship we believe in what we are doing.

We get out of bed each day to make a difference in our community; to walk with and to serve.

We are not happy with the status quo. We get energy from ongoing learning and growth. We lead with passion and believe without a doubt that everyone deserves to belong and thrive. We live and breathe our values of Compassion, Inclusion, Justice, Dignity and Hope. And we have fun

Sounds pretty great doesn't it? It is

Peer Health Workers are community residents who share similar life experiences with the participants in the programs that they design and deliver.

Peer Health Workers are trained and certified by Region of Waterloo Public Health and Emergency Services in health knowledge and skills that they share with their peers.

This role will provide support, resources and parenting education to families and reduce their isolation; to plan and lead Region of Waterloo group programs that foster connection, learning and wellbeing.

This is a temporary, contract position, until June 30, 2023 (with the possibility of extension).

Schedule is approximately 10 hours/week.

A satisfactory _Vulnerable Sector_
Police Records Check with be required.

Key Responsibilities:

To provide outreach, social support and resources to isolated parents
To plan, promote and facilitate small group programs and activities for parents through peerbased and collaborative learning
To link participants with community partners and services

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Skills Experience:

Must be trained and certified by Region of Waterloo Public Health and Emergency Services as a Peer Health Worker (training is paid and provided upon hiring)
Good organization, communication and group facilitation skills
Ability to work independently, with mínimal supervision and as part of a team
Willingness and ability to do outreach and followup contacts by knocking on doors and making phone calls
Comfort working with diverse communities, newcomers, refugees, and participants who are learning English
To link participants with community partners and services
Commitment to understand and uphold the mission and values of House of Friendship is expected
Exemplary emotional intelligence, resilience, communication, conflict management and problem solving skills required
Ability to work professionally as a team member with staff, participants and community members
Experience or strong interest in working with diverse populations including people from various cultural backgrounds, income levels, and sensitivity to their needs
Experience with and commitment to using an antiracism, antioppressive and trauma informed approach to consultation, program design, evaluations of processes and service delivery
Must be dependable, professional, flexible, a team player, and have a positive attitude
Respectful, supportive and engaging approach to persons with physical and/or cognitive disabilities, addictions, mental illness and other life challenges
Excellent project, timeline and deadline management skills including skills in logistics, planning and detailed record keeping

Rate of Pay:

Note:
Most new team members will start somewhere between the start rate and the mid-point of the range.

Grade: 3

Min:
$18.13

Mid:
$20.59

Max:
$23.05

Working Conditions:

Flexible working hours generally weekdays, 57 hours per week, 30 weeks per year
Encountering participants at program sites who may be under the influence of alcohol and other drugs and/or experiencing symptoms of mental illness can be expected

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy:

To maintain the safety of staff and participants, House of Friendship has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

All Staff hired after October 19, 2021 are required to provide proof of being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 as a pre-condition of their employment or placement offer.

If an individual is unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19, they will be required to submit written proof verifying a medical reason or by submitting a request under the Ontario Human Rights Code and agree to regular Rapid Antigen Testing at least two times per week.

When documentation has been received and approved, House of Friendship will provide accommodation up to the point of undue hardship in compliance with the OHRC and may follow up to receive further information and/or documentation as required.

Failure to meet these requirements will result in the immediate revocation of an offer of employment.

If you are as passionate as we are about serving the community, let's talk.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter here:

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By end of day **February 16, 2023.