Peer Support Specialist jobs in Ontario

Peer Support Worker – Hart Hub

1 Temporary Full-time – contract until August 2027

New Funding

At Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees, volunteers, students and clients, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, creed (religion), national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or disability or any protected ground under the Human Rights Code, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a non-discriminatory and unbiased approach to inclusion including practice, environment and communication channels. We respect and value diverse life experiences and cultures and work to ensure that all voices are valued and heard.

The Peer Support Worker will provide person‑centered, recovery‑oriented supports within the HART Hub and the broader community of Lambton County, drawing on their lived experience to build trust, foster connection, and promote wellness among day-program participants. This worker will be stationed at the HART Hub and meet clients within the community as needed (where engagement at HART may be a barrier), accompanied by the County of Lambton’s Community Outreach Team or a CMHA worker. They may also collaborate with and transition appropriate clients to services at the Lambton Mental Wellness Centre.

Reporting to the Manager of Housing and Client Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions:

• Engaging clients through peer‑based rapport building, offering active listening and empathetic conversation.
• Providing practical support, including problem-solving, developing life skills, and navigating community resources and systems.
• Facilitating group or one‑to‑one wellness activities, such as meaningful activity engagement, goal setting, and skill‑
• Supporting system navigation, helping participants connect with housing, healthcare, income supports, and other community services.
• Referring to appropriate services for additional supports, including external partners.
• Collaborating with HART staff to help maintain a welcoming and safe environment for all.
• Documenting services and outcomes in accordance with program requirements.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma in a relevant discipline such as a Social Service Worker, or Addictions and Mental Health with a Professional Registration;
• 1-2 years’ experience in a health related organization and experience working with individuals with mental health issues;
• Personal lived experience in recovery from a mental health and/or addiction challenges;
• A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle.

Hours of Work: 35 hours/week. Flexible hours are required to meet the position requirements.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and education within the range: $27.64-$33.63 inclusive of HOOPP.

Applicants should submit a covering letter and resume by 4:30pm on July 8, 2026, on BambooHR

If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This information is available in an alternative format upon request, to accommodate individuals with a disability. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted for an interview, please inform us should accommodation be required.

POSTING DATE: June 29, 2026

CLOSING DATE: July 8, 2026