We are thrilled to extend an invitation for applications for the short-term (Contract) position of MSSP Lived Experience- PSW, to become part of our dynamic Mobile Shelter Support Program (MSSP) Team! Our MSS program offers a distinctive combination of mobile services, peer support, harm reduction, supportive case management, and personal support work to numerous shelters, respites, warming centers, and encampments throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). As an MSSP Lived Experience- PSW, you will play a pivotal role in supporting personal care, activities of daily living, homemaking, escorts, walks and pet care. Leveraging your own personal experience with homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use, you will serve as a guiding force, assisting, inspiring, and mentoring both clients and fellow team members on their journeys toward well-being. Utilizing a trauma-informed approach, you will empower individuals to navigate and access services, de-escalate challenging situations, share valuable resources and information, build trust and rapport, facilitate communication with clients and advocate on behalf of clients when necessary. The ideal candidate for this position will embody the philosophies of our department and peer program, adhering diligently to all policies, procedures, and requirements. Reporting directly to the MSSP Supervisors and Manager you will be an integral part of our team. Please be aware that the MSSP Lived Experience -PSW will work across various sites, including COVID isolation sites, shelters, respites, encampments, and warming centers. Flexibility to work on weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts is required.
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careers@tngcs.org