RECOVERY CARE PEER SUPPORT
One (1) Permanent Part-Time
Wabasca, Alberta
Bigstone Health Commission is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and dependable Recovery Care Day Program Peer Support to join our talented Health Team for the Bigstone communities in which we serve in Wabasca, Calling Lake, and Chipewyan Lake. This is a rewarding opportunity if you have an appreciation for Indigenous Culture, a desire for continuing professional development and enjoy the support and collaboration from our multidisciplinary team and various other professionals and agencies.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Recovery Care Day Program Coordinator
- As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, the Recovery Care Peer Support provides community-based support services, assists in substance use and/or mental health treatment, provides life skills training, coaching, and advocacy to BCN members who struggle with substance abuse and addiction issues with or without a mental illness
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Be extremely observant to detail and accuracy
- Must be able to work in a diverse environment
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Must be a team player
- Confidentiality is strictly enforced
- Develop strong relationships and work cooperatively with clients
- Ability to deal with community members who struggle with addictions and mental health issues
- Ability to observe and recognize behavioral and/or health status changes in clients
- Ability to mentor program clients
- Ability to model healthy lifestyle choices
- Ability to set and maintain boundaries
- Ability to prioritize and organize client demands made and care needs
- Ability to demonstrate an appropriate level of initiative and independence
- Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to promote positive change and independence
- Physical and emotional ability to carry out the duties of the position
- Must be prepared to work irregular hours if needed
- Good communication skills
- Ability to speak Cree is an asset
- Ability to deal with others effectively
- Ability to problem solve
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma
- Experience in Recovery Care Day Program would be an asset
- Basic knowledge of community resources.
- Must have or obtain within 6 months of hire; First Aid/CPR certification and maintain such
- Must be willing to take further training as required.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Time Off
- Employer Matching Registered Pension Plan
- Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan
Salary is dependent on experience.
Please forward your Cover Letter, Resume (including 3 work related references),
& Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check and Child & Youth Intervention Check to our:
Human Resources Department
PO Box 1020 Wabasca, Alberta T0G 2K0
Fax: 780-891-2623
CLOSING DATE: Until a Suitable Candidate is found.
POSTED ON: June 6, 2025
*Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $23.38 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Location:
- Wabasca, AB (preferred)
Work Location: In person
