Peer Support / Housing Support Worker

Peer Support/Housing Support Worker

Position Type: Full-time, 4-on-3-off 12 hr shifts Wage: $26/hr. Start Date: March 01, 2026

To Apply: Email Deena.arens@haidawellness.org or Robert.williams@skidegate.ca

Job Summary The Peer Support / Housing Support Worker supports adults living in a culturally grounded, second-stage recovery and supportive housing program. This role helps create a warm, safe, and respectful home environment that fosters stability, connection, accountability, and community. The position provides day-to-day relational support, assists residents with communal living, and responds to crises and emergencies as needed. This is a fast-paced, emotionally demanding role requiring strong boundaries, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Shifts may be 8–12 hours.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide one-on-one peer and housing support focused on wellness, safety, and housing stability.

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Support a safe, respectful, and culturally supportive living environment.

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Maintain building safety and respond to incidents, crises, and emergencies (including de-escalation and overdose response).

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Encourage shared responsibilities, house guidelines, and respectful conflict resolution.

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Support resident participation in cultural, wellness, and recovery programming, including group activities.

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Serve meals as needed and support shared meal routines.

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Maintain cleanliness of shared spaces following health and safety protocols.

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Complete required documentation and participate in team meetings and training.

Required Qualifications

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Ability to obtain a Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).

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Valid First Aid/CPR and Naloxone training (or willingness to obtain).

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Physical ability to meet job demands and work 12-hour shifts, including in crisis situations.

XAAYDAGA DLAANG SOCIETY 156 2nd Ave Skidegate, Haida Gwaii V0T1S1 Tel: 250-559-4610 Fax: 250-559-4589