Peer Mentor chez Old Colony YMCA

Seeking an energetic and flexible Peer Mentor to provide role modeling and therapeutic support to children and their families living in Southeast MA, and who are referred by the Department of Mental Health Children's Services. The position is based out of our Fall River Intensive Home Based Program, and daily services are provided in the homes and surrounding communities of youth served. The Peer Mentor works independently and as part of a dynamic team in supporting assigned youth who are experiencing mental health needs that impact their home and community relationships. 

The Peer Mentor role utilizes the mentor's "lived" experiences to provide guidance and encouragement to the children and young adults served. The role also incorporates job skills gained from professional trainings offered through the IHB Program and partnering human service providers. The Peer Mentor role involves various treatment oriented services, providing respite intended recreation activities, youth engagement, advocacy, life skills coaching, and connecting youth to local community resources. The role also involves participation in family team and school based meetings, and in group and individual staff development meetings. Old Colony Y offers a competitive salary, mileage reimbursement,  training and development opportunities, free fitness membership, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement plan.