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Peer Enhancement Worker
Part-time (20 hrs/wk.)
HIV Edmonton is an inclusive and dynamic community-based organization devoted to working with diverse communities in amiskwaciswâskahikan and across Treaty 6 territory. We aim to build awareness of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI), prevent new transmissions, help people living with HIV and other STBBI to live longer, healthier lives, and support community members without judgement, stigma, or discrimination.
The Peer Enhancement Worker will serve as a key point of contact for the community, offering vital support and guidance in navigating the challenges of living with HIV. Their role is central to building meaningful connections and fostering a strong sense of belonging within the Edmonton community. In providing assistance, programming, and support, the Peer Enhancement Worker plays a crucial role in expanding the organization’s capacity to support individuals living with HIV/AIDS with Peer Support Programming.
Peers with personal experience of HIV/AIDS offer invaluable support, empathy, and understanding, and are comfortable sharing their status to help others in similar circumstances are encouraged to apply. This peer support is instrumental in addressing the emotional, practical, and resource-related challenges faced by those living with HIV.
The Peer Enhancement Worker will engage with the community through outreach events, peer interviews, surveys, and workshops to identify gaps in existing programs and services. Using the insights gathered, they will facilitate and deliver peer support activities that strengthen community connections and enhance a sense of belonging.
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Community Hot Meal Program Worker
Casual (4-5 hrs/month), 8 positions available
HIV Edmonton is an inclusive and dynamic community-based organization devoted to working with diverse communities in amiskwaciswâskahikan and across Treaty 6 territory. We aim to build awareness of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI), prevent new transmissions, help people living with HIV and other STBBI to live longer, healthier lives, and support community members without judgement, stigma, or discrimination.
Working in teams of two, each Peer Hot Meal Worker will play a crucial role in the Peer Community Hot Meal Program, an initiative designed to combat food insecurity while fostering community connections among individuals living with HIV/AIDS. This position is focused on delivering nutritious meals and creating a welcoming environment that promotes social interaction, support, and well-being. The Peer Hot Meal Worker will work closely with other peers and community members to ensure the program’s success, serving as both a leader and a support figure within the community.
This position is pivotal to the success of our initiative, responsible for creating menus and executing the weekly hot meal service. Each week, either breakfast or lunch will be provided to our community members. The Peer Hot Meal Program Worker will manage the budgeting for meal preparation and coordinate with the Edmonton Food Bank to secure necessary food items. This role also includes the upkeep of the kitchen space and equipment, ensuring a safe and efficient cooking environment.
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