Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Work with the multidisciplinary team to provide flexible, compassionate, and responsible services.
Provide and organize required services for clients with histories of homelessness, psychiatric disability, substance abuse, criminal justice involvement, and other trauma.
Share responsibility with the team for client services.
Continuously improve quality and safety in accordance with Island Health values and strategic direction.
Deliver services across multiple sites as required
Close Date Location Victoria Johnson Street Health Centre - Access & Community Services (VJSHC) - Victoria, BC V8W 1M8 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 1100-2130: As Required Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $33.49 - $35.31 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Jul. 6 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Peer Support Workers work together with the multidisciplinary team to provide services in a flexible, compassionate and responsible manner. The Peer Support Worker provides and organizes required services and shares responsibility with the team for clients who have histories of homelessness, psychiatric disability, substance abuse, criminal justice, and other trauma. Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
Past or current recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services.
Experience in social services, supported housing/addictions, and/or public health.
Grade 12 plus Community Mental Health Certificate or Addiction Worker Certificate.
Completion of a recognized Peer Support Training course or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.
Experience working with adults and youth with mental health or substance use issues.
Ability to apply clinical and critical thinking.
Experience delivering education programs.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Physical ability to perform duties.
Ability to use an electronic file system for service delivery.
Advanced computer skills preferred.
Criminal Record Check required
Market context
In British Columbia, behavioral-health roles often reflect ongoing demand in acute care, community mental health, and integrated service settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for current BC nursing registration, recent experience with acute mental illness, and comfort working on multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then tailor your application to show relevant mental-health and team-based experience.