Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services Inc·Algoma District, Ontario
The Peer Support Outreach Worker provides relationship-based, trauma-informed support to individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges within a mobile unit. They assist clients in navigating services, building stability, and reconnecting with community resources while maintaining a culturally safe environment.
$44,197-$49,744 LOCATION: East End Communities (Atikmeksheng Anishnawbek, Sagamok Anishnawbek, Serpent River First Nation)
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 2026 at 4:00 pm Who you are? You are highly motivated individual, with lived experience, willing to support others in a culturally safe environment. Acknowledging the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. Who we are? We are a leader in First Nation Health. Our foundation is Indigenous Health in Indigenous Hands. We provide accessible, quality, culturally safe and holistic health care that supports and enhances the wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We work with our 11 First Nation community partners and the IFC in the provision of primary health care, traditional healing, mental wellness and addictions, home and community support services, and health promotion services. The opportunity: The Peer Support Outreach Worker plays a vital role within the Mobile Mental Health & Addictions Unit by providing relationship-based, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, substance use concerns, and related social vulnerabilities. Drawing on personal lived experience, the Peer Support Outreach Worker offers empathy, hope, and practical support while helping clients navigate services, build stability, and reconnect with community resources. This role supports engagement with individuals who may face barriers to traditional systems of care and contributes to culturally grounded, holistic, and client-centered service delivery. What you need to bring with you: Lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use, with demonstrated stability in recovery and readiness to support others. Demonstrated knowledge of mental health, addictions, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction principles. Experience working with vulnerable or marginalized populations. Strong interpersonal, communication, and boundary-setting skills. Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history and ability to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract. Ability to operate a mobile outreach unit vehicle. Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). Naloxone training (or willingness to obtain). SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong listening and communication skills. Compassion, patience, and empathy. Respect for confidentiality and boundaries. Ability to build trusting relationships. Cultural humility and awareness. Team collaboration and flexibility. Strong interpersonal skills Strong time management skills Ability to adapt to changing environments Ability to take initiative and work independently Ability to work flexible hours Why Work with Us? Competitive Salary based on experience Paid Extended Health Benefits Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOP) Competitive vacation package with an additional 7 Indigenous statutory holidays Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1200/Annual Budget Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cell phone) All travel expenses covered Relocation expenses are negotiable High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People 15 days of Personal Leave What to expect? Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur. Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request. An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check. Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs. No artificial intelligence is used in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. Qualified individuals are invited to submit to the link in BambooHR, a cover letter along with current resume, certificates, diplomas, and three work related references. Thank you in advance to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Candidates must have lived experience with mental health or substance use and demonstrate stability in recovery. A valid driver's license and knowledge of harm reduction and trauma-informed care principles are required.
Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.
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