British Columbia Peer advocate Jobs – 146 Openings This Week

PEER ADVOCATE
Northern Health —Prince Rupert, BC
- $33.49–$35.31 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Presentation skills
- Dental care
13h
Indigenous Case Manager
Canadian Mental Health Association, Kamloops Branch —Kamloops, BC
- $33.46 an hour
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
- Social Work
- Dental care
Quick apply
7h
Street Outreach Worker - Cyrus Centre Chilliwack BC
Cyrus Centre - Chilliwack —Chilliwack, BC
- $27 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
Quick apply
8d
Nurse Practitioner or Provisional NP
Medcor Canada —British Columbia
- $85–$95 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
- Patient care
Quick apply
8d
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Temporary Full Time
Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation —Vancouver, BC
- $32.84–$44.96 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
ACT - Clinical Coordinator - RN / RPNs (Mon-Thurs Days)
RainCity Housing and Support Society —Vancouver, BC
- $105,349–$121,151 a year
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- Supervising experience
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
Quick apply
Harm Reduction Worker (HRW)
Vancouver Island Mental Health Society —Campbell River, BC
- $29.75–$31.64 an hour
- Bilingual
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
Quick apply
Integrated Child and Youth Peer Support Worker
School District #38 (Richmond) —Richmond, BC
- $30.89 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental care
- Paid time off
8d
Concurrent Disorders Peer Support Coordinator, Forensic Psychiatric Hospital – Coquitlam, BC
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services —Coquitlam, BC
- $31.64 an hour
- Part-time
- Recruiting
- Leadership
Community Mental Health Worker (Ongoing Hiring)
Coast Mental Health —Vancouver, BC
- $33.49 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Assistant Producer - EA SPORTS™ FC
Electronic Arts —Vancouver, BC
- $67,000–$92,700 a year
- Temporary
- Product management
- Dental care
- Paid time off
3d
Community Mental Health Worker
Coast Foundation Society 1974 —Vancouver, BC
- $33.49 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
Mental Health Support Worker, Provincial Assessment Centre - Coquitlam, BC
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services —Vancouver, BC
- $33.49–$35.31 an hour
- Recruiting
- Leadership
Program Coordinator, Resource Centre (Regular, Full Time)
MPA Society —Vancouver, BC
- $35.96–$37.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Word processing
- Bachelor's
2d
Integrated Child & Youth Clinical Counsellor
School District #42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows) —Maple Ridge, BC
- $99,300–$124,125 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Working with children
- Psychology
Research Associate
University of Northern British Columbia —Prince George, BC
- $38–$44 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
9d
Practice Improvement Coach, Coastal (12 Month Contract)
Doctors of BC —Vancouver, BC
- $70,856–$88,570 a year
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's
- Business
Youth Worker
Coast Foundation Society 1974 —Surrey, BC
- $33.49 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Budzey - Family Support Worker - Gender Requirement (Casual)
RainCity Housing and Support Society —Vancouver, BC
- $33.49–$35.31 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
Quick apply
10d
SIL Community Mental Health Worker
Coast Foundation Society 1974 —Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Cultural Advisor, Nahoonai-a
College of New Caledonia —Prince George, BC
- $67,893–$90,524 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
Mental Health and Addictions Support Worker, NRT Unit, Red Fish Healing Centre - Coquitlam, BC
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services —Coquitlam, BC
- $33.49–$35.31 an hour
- Temporary
- Recruiting
- Leadership
Integrated Child and Youth Clinical Counsellor (ICY-CC)
School District #69 (Qualicum) —Parksville, BC
- $95,506–$119,382 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Working with children
- Psychology
Cultural Support Worker - Crisis Response Team
Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc —Kamloops, BC
- From $34.13 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Vision care
9d
Community Support Worker, Temp Part Time
Taproot Community Support Services —Surrey, BC
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
- Profit sharing
- Employee assistance program
Quick apply

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PEER ADVOCATE

Northern Health
Prince Rupert, BC

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Job details

Full-time
13 hours ago

Benefits

Extended health care
Dental care
Municipal pension plan

Skills

High school diploma or GED
Presentation skills

Full job description

Position Summary

Are you a Peer Advocate looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Specialized Community Services department.

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization the Peer Advocate is responsible for facilitating and promoting the meaningful engagement of people with lived experience of substance use (referred to as "peers") in harm reduction policy and program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation within Northern Health (NH) and partner organizations.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: 4 on 4 off, Days - 08:18 to 19:30, Rotating

Qualifications

Past or current recipient of mental health and/or substance use services.
Experience in social services, supported housing/addictions/Public Health.
Grade 12. Open to continuing education in related field.
Two (2) years' recent, related experience working/volunteering with and/or mentoring peers in urban and/or rural, isolated, and remote communities (including Indigenous communities).
Experience working with peers in community and providing health promotion and harm reduction activities in the areas of substance use, or an equivalent combined education, training, and experience.
Experience working with BC First Nations organizations and communities
May require valid BC Driver’s License as required by program.

Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of diverse Indigenous communities’ social, historical, jurisdictional, and cultural context, and Indigenous views on approaches to health and wellness.
Knowledge of, and ability to apply, an understanding of First Nations cultural principles and protocols and ability to manage conflict in a respectful and culturally relevant and safe manner.
Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action into their work
Knowledge of harm reduction principles and practices.
Knowledge of peer-driven initiatives and interventions.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated facilitation, leadership, public speaking, circle sharing, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to reflect on the way their lived experiences influence their work.
Ability to maintain non-violent communication in work-related environments and correspondence
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
Ability to practice humility
Ability to manage time effectively based on workload.
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with people and communities at large.
Ability to provide guidance and work direction.
Ability to solve problem.
Ability to prepare presentations, promotional materials, and business correspondence.
Ability to be creative and flexible, to work under the pressure of interruptions and change.
Ability to present information based on audience.

Where you will be working:
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince Rupert

More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Three weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

Comments

Competition #:

05754646

Employee Type:

PERMANENT FULL TIME

Bargaining Unit:

BCGEU

Facility:

PRINCE RUPERT HEALTH UNIT

Location:

Prince Rupert, BC

Department:

PRO INTENSIVE CS MGMT TM

Reports To:

TEAM LEADER

Hourly Wage:

$33.49 - $35.31

Close Date:

JULY 30, 2026

All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT

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