Peer Specialist - COAST (Contract) (20-26)

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING: OPEN UNTIL MAY 19, 2026 AT 4PM

PEER SPECIALIST – COAST (CONTRACT) (20-26) COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND SUPPORT TEAM

Job Status: 28 Hours/Week (0.8 FTE)

Status: Contract to November 2026

Base office: Sundridge.

Competition #: 20-26

Purpose of the Position: The position provides expertise grounded in first-hand knowledge and experience of living with mental illness or concurrent disorder, psychosocial-related issues, and recovery. The Peer Specialist facilitates and supports the delivery of recovery-oriented community based and client-centered services within a multidisciplinary team including but not limited to case management supports, delivery of services defined by an established plan of care, supporting clients through lived experience, and advocacy.

Education and Qualifications:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
• One year working experience with adults with mental illness.
• Certification with Ontario Peer Development Initiative or willingness to acquire certification
• One year personal experience in the mental health system as a consumer/ survivor/ or family member
• As a member of a multidisciplinary team and with strong clinical-case management abilities, provide recovery-oriented supports to clients living with mental health and addictions needs in a community setting.
• Awareness and application of Psychosocial Interventions for psychosis an asset.
• Experience providing case management services to those experiencing mental illness.
• Familiarity with assertive community treatment and intensive case management models and willingness to expand knowledge.
• Ability to contribute as an effective part of a multidisciplinary team and engage in team meetings and daily huddles.
• A commitment to the rights of those experiencing mental illness/addictions
• Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and languages considered an asset
• Knowledge of Indigenous populations, cultural sensitivity and willingness to engage in cultural training.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as cooperatively within a team environment in a rural setting
• Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, the Internet, and data management software
• A willingness to serve clients within the communities of the District of Muskoka and Parry Sound
• A valid Ontario G or G2 driver’s license and a safe and reliable means of transportation
• Bilingual in French/English language considered an asset
• Work schedule will include days/evenings/weekends and statutory holidays.
• Willingness to work after hours and on-call.

Salary scale: $24.76 to $28.41 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits include: Enrollment in a Registered Retirement plan with HOOPP where contributions start on date of hire.

You are invited to submit your application by quoting competition number 20-26 by Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 4:00pm to:

The Hiring Committee

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch

173-202 Manitoba Street

Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1S3

Telephone (705) 645-2262 Online: CMHA MPS Careers Page

Canadian Mental Health Association Muskoka – Parry Sound (CMHAMPS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace.

Qualified consumers/survivors and/or family members are encouraged to apply

We retain all applications submitted for one year after the closing date of this posting for consideration in any future postings.

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