2026

Equus Workforce Solutions•New Haven, CT

70d•$20

About The Position

Position Overview The Peer Navigator supports the Employment Transition Model (ETM) Grant by helping youth and young adults (ages 16-24) with disabilities to prepare for and succeed in employment and training opportunities. This role focuses on peer mentorship, job readiness, and resource navigation to remove barriers to work and education. Peer Navigators are young adults with lived experience who want to pursue a career in Human Services while helping others reach their potential.

Requirements

Age: 18-24 at the time of hiring.
Eligibility: Must self-identify as an individual with a disability (per ADA definition).
Work Authorization: Must be legally able to work in the United States.
Interest in Human Services, Workforce Development, or Community Support work.
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Basic computer and data entry knowledge (CT Hires experience plus).
Reliable, motivated, and compassionate about empowering others.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one and group of peer support to youth participants in the ETM program.
Assist with developing individualized career or employment plans.
Help participants access community resources (transportation, housing, support services).
Enter participant progress and case notes into CT Hires / DOL Case Management System.
Collaborate with Workforce Counselors, ADS/BRS Case Managers, and employers.
Support youth in completing training, job readiness, and employment goals.
Participate in leadership meetings, professional development, and ETM grant training.
Assist Young Adult Program Case Managers in conducting Young Adult Orientations and communicating the value of the program
Communicate with youth, community programs via phone calls, texts and emails
Other duties as assigned