Job Title: Navigation and Peer Support Worker
Location: 1330 5th Ave, Prince George, BC.

Pay : $23.10/hr
Position Type: Part-Time (12 to 15 hours a week)

Position Summary:

The Navigation and Peer Support Worker plays a vital role in supporting older adults and individuals from equity-denied populations to access community resources, social supports, and essential services. Through compassionate, one-on-one support, this role helps individuals navigate complex health, housing, social service, and transportation systems to improve their quality of life, reduce isolation, and foster independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct peer support and resource navigation to older adults, caregivers, and community members.
Build trusting, empathetic relationships with clients through culturally safe and trauma-informed approaches.
Assess client needs and support them in developing personalized action plans.
Assist clients with accessing health care, housing, financial benefits, transportation services, food security programs, and social connections.
Coordinate with community agencies, service providers, and healthcare professionals on behalf of clients.
Offer system navigation assistance, including help with filling out forms, making referrals, and accompanying clients to appointments as needed.
Facilitate group support sessions, community education, or wellness check-ins (as applicable).
Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with privacy standards.
Participate in ongoing training and team meetings coordinated by United Way BC.
Collect data and contribute to program reporting and evaluation requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:

Lived experience or strong understanding of barriers faced by seniors, people with disabilities, newcomers, or other marginalized groups.
Education or training in social work, community services, health navigation, gerontology, or a related field is an asset.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently with compassion, integrity, and cultural humility.
Knowledge of local resources, service systems, and supports in Prince George and area
Proficiency with basic computer programs (email, Microsoft Word, data entry).
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is required.

Working Conditions:

Combination of office work, outreach, and/or home visits (depending on the model).
Flexible hours may be required to meet client needs.
Criminal record check with vulnerable sector clearance is required.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter via email to , addressed to Malhar R. Kendurkar.
No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Prince George Council of Seniors
1330 5th Ave, Prince George, BC, V2L 3L4
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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $23.10 per hour

Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
On-site parking

Work Location: In person