Recovery Support Worker - Calgary, AB TA T

Job summary

The Recovery Support Worker plays a vital, front-line role in assisting clients through their journey of recovery from addiction and mental health challenges. You will provide both individual and group support, facilitate recovery-focused activities, and contribute to a safe, trauma-informed, and empowering environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group support to individuals facing addiction, mental health, or housing challenges.
• Conduct client intakes, screenings, and follow-ups.
• Facilitate peer-based recovery groups, workshops, and recreational outings.
• Model and encourage healthy recovery tools such as mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork.
• Apply trauma-informed care principles and crisis de-escalation strategies.
• Support clients with daily living skills including meal planning, cleaning, and time management.
• Offer transportation support using personal or agency vehicles — must be comfortable driving clients safely throughout Calgary.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Med Access, FYIdb, and My Recovery systems.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and professional development sessions.
• Lead by example through compassion, consistency, and a recovery-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Recovery Coach program (or willingness to complete NAM's in-house training).
• Lived experience in addiction or mental health recovery and the ability to use that experience appropriately to support others.
• At least 1 year of related work or volunteer experience (preferred).
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean driving abstract.
• Excellent driving skills and familiarity with Calgary routes.
• Comfortable working independently and with male clients in group settings.
• Food Handling and First Aid/CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong communication, emotional resilience, and professionalism in high-stress environments.

Assets

• Experience in holistic or complementary wellness practices (e.g., yoga, reiki, meditation, prayer).
• Flexible availability across daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Open, energetic, and grounded with healthy personal boundaries.

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