Peer Educator

Corewell Health • Niles, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

A Peer Educator attends, participates in, and assists with the development, planning, facilitation, and evaluation of youth groups and programs offered by the Beaumont Teen Health Center – Taylor (BTHC-T). Programs include mandatory weekly peer educator training, after-school and summer programs, educational presentations, and community events. The role involves engaging with youth, teens, adults, and prevention staff, and representing BTHC-T at events as directed by the Lead Substance Abuse Prevention Counselor/Program Manager.

The position is full time, with 40 scheduled hours per week. The listed schedule is variable, with work hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and on-call weekends noted. The primary location is Care Center Niles in Niles, Michigan.

Requirements

• Current high school student.

Responsibilities

• Attend Peer Educator Basic Skills Training at BTHC-T.
• Attend weekly Peer Educator Training at BTHC-T.
• Participate in training sessions by asking questions, offering comments, and taking part in activities.
• Demonstrate commitment to program goals by attending scheduled training, presentations, and programs.
• Communicate and interact effectively with youth, teens, adults, and prevention staff.
• Represent BTHC-T at events as determined by the Lead Substance Abuse Prevention Counselor/Program Manager.
• Follow the Service Excellence/Patient-Participant Family Care Model.
• Attend work on schedule.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
• Optional identity theft protection.
• Optional home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED