Young Adult Peer Mentor

Behavioral Health Network•Springfield, MA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is seeking a Young Adult Peer Mentor to join their Community Wraparound (IHBTC) program. This role is responsible for engaging with individuals served and facilitating their participation in the ASD Wraparound Service. The overall goal is to help individuals who have a serious mental illness achieve their maximum potential while living in the community. The Young Adult Peer Mentor strives to empower individuals served to take control of their lives in order to develop self-worth, life and work skills, social skills, and self-esteem.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable vehicle for all working hours required.
Must have familiarity with internet, word processing and email system.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with transition age youth/adults preferred.
Diagnosis of ASD and/or lived experience with mental illness or trauma.
Experience in navigating any of the community-based systems and teaching people who are involved with these systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Engaging with individuals served and facilitating their participation in the ASD Wraparound Service.
Helping individuals who have a serious mental illness achieve their maximum potential while living in the community.
Empowering individuals served to take control of their lives in order to develop self-worth, life and work skills, social skills, and self-esteem.