part time
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Location:
Wabasca, Alberta
Post Date: 2025-06-06T14:43
Closing Date: 2025-08-31T14:43
Job Available
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 | Email: [email protected]
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.
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