Peer Support Worker – Evenings

Canadian Mental Health Association

1 year ago

Kenora, Ontario

Onsite

Part Time

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About this role

The Peer Support Worker at CMHA Kenora provides nonclinical services, emotional support, and advocacy to individuals accessing the Kenora Emergency Shelter. The role involves engaging with patrons, supporting their recovery and housing goals, and coordinating with an integrated care team. It requires a lived experience perspective and a commitment to recovery-oriented approaches.

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Volunteer Experience in Peer Support

About Canadian Mental Health Association

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The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is a national not‑for‑profit mental health charity in Canada with roughly 330 community locations that promotes mental health and supports people recovering from mental illness. CMHA delivers community‑based programs and services—such as counselling, peer support, housing and employment supports—alongside public education, workplace training, research, and policy advocacy. Working with local branches, governments and employers, it provides resources and training to reduce stigma, prevent mental health problems, and strengthen recovery pathways. Its mission, often voiced as “Mental Health for All,” focuses on creating inclusive communities where people can access support and thrive.