Peer Mentor

Old Colony YMCA • Fall River, MA

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About The Position

The Peer Mentor shares the responsibility for ensuring that our youth receive
professional, safe care in a well-maintained and secure environment.  In this
function the Peer Mentor shares the responsibility to ensure that YMCA, and DMH
policies are applied.  The Peer Mentor will utilize their experiences,
communication skills, knowledge of treatment systems and motivational and
encouragement skills to support our youth.  The Peer Mentor will provide our
youth with a positive role model, work to enhance the self-worth of our youth
and assist our youth with their efforts at reaching their full potential.  The
Peer Mentor will contribute to a positive work environment by illustrating pride
in his/her job and cooperation with their co-workers.  The Peer Mentor will
reflect and display the Old Colony Y values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and
Responsibility.

Requirements

• High School diploma or the equivalent
• Work related experience working with adolescents preferred.
• Experience within Social Services.

Nice To Haves

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Human Services (preferred, not required).

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED