Peer Mentor I - Transitions

The Arc Lexington • Gloversville, NY

2d

About The Position

Peer Mentor I works directly with young adults enrolled in The Arc Lexington’s Transitions program, supporting them as they develop academic, career, life, and independent-living skills. Peer Mentors act as positive role models and provide guidance, encouragement, and support as students navigate new experiences and work toward personal goals. The role includes attending classes with students, helping them build positive relationships, supporting community activities, and encouraging responsible decision-making.

Transitions supports high school graduates and young adults with autism spectrum disorders and other learning disabilities through hands-on experiences, personalized support, and community involvement. The program operates campuses in Mayfield, Cobleskill, and Albany. This role offers paid training and flexible scheduling opportunities, including day, evening, and weekend shifts. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current college enrollment or recent college graduation.
• Valid New York State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, encouragement, and support to young adults enrolled in the Transitions program.
• Serve as a positive role model while students navigate new experiences and work toward personal goals.
• Attend classes with students.
• Help students develop positive relationships.
• Support students in community activities.
• Encourage responsible decision-making.
• Help students develop academic, career, life, and independent-living skills.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling opportunities, including day, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

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