EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY | CMHA EDMONTON REGION |

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY | CMHA-ER | Position: Recovery College Peer Facilitator | Terms: Casual Staff | Hours: Variable. Courses range in length from 7 hours to 18 hours | Salary/Wage: $31.50 per hour | Closing Date: Open until suitable candidates are found to meet the need | About: CMHA Edmonton is a non-profit organization that envisions mentally healthy people in caring communities. We increase awareness and understanding of mental health, mental illness, recovery, and suicide prevention through education. We support the resilience and recovery of people in distress including those affected by mental illness or suicide by providing crisis intervention; safe, long-term and affordable housing; peer connections; suicide grief and family support; advocacy and wayfinding; and providing opportunities to improve your wellness. Join us and make a difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness and stressful situations including abuse, violence, and suicide.

Recovery College Abstract | Recovery College is offered at multiple CMHAs across Canada. It is built upon the belief that people with lived experience have expert knowledge about recovery and that peer support is an essential ingredient to wellness. All Recovery College courses are co-developed and co-facilitated by people with lived experience. Courses are open to anyone who wishes to improve their wellness and are offered free of charge. Each course has stated learning objectives and the effectiveness and impact of our courses are being continually evaluated.

Job Summary | Reporting to the Recovery College Coordinator, CMHA Edmonton, the Peer Facilitator provides facilitation of Recovery College courses which are open to individuals experiencing a mental health concern, mental illness and/or addiction, as well as caregivers. This position will co-facilitate with a Recovery Facilitator and together they will both demonstrate the competencies of Recovery College, which include hope, collaboration, personal growth, recovery planning, communication, creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, managing information, capacity building and inclusivity. Peer Facilitators use their own recovery story to inspire hope in others and share their practical, first-hand knowledge of strategies for promoting mental health and available mental health resources. The Peer Facilitator will also be responsible for making connection calls with learners prior to the start of the course and will be issued an agency cell phone to make these calls. Monthly conference calls with supervisors and other Recovery College facilitators are required to assist information flow and continual learning as a team. Courses are offered weekdays, evenings, and weekends in multiple locations. Flexible availability is an asset.

Qualifications & Experience | Successful completion of Recovery College training. Training is offered several times throughout the year. Successful applicants will be invited to attend the training at no charge. Lived experience with a mental health concern and recovery or experience in supporting a loved one or family member with a mental health concern is required for this position. Familiarity with the guiding principles of peer support as detailed by Peer Support Canada, a deep commitment to understanding the recovery model, and a willingness to share experiences/stories as part of the peer role is required. Successful attainment|maintenance of Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is an asset. Experience working or volunteering within addiction or mental health organizations is an asset. Acceptable attainment and maintenance of a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check and an Intervention Record Check.

Skills & Abilities | Strong interpersonal, relationship building, verbal|written communication skills, intra-group conflict management. Ability to actively listen, ask motivational questions, reframe where needed, and focus on strengths of learners. Ability to set boundaries with learners and share appropriately in a professional setting. Demonstrated understanding of mental health; mental illness & recovery; information|referral services; and crisis intervention. Knowledge of and ability to access and utilize mental health resources and networks. || TO APPLY: Submit a CV/cover letter in confidence to: hr@CMHA_edmonton.ab.ca