Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.
Peer Mentor, IDDS
Get ready to make a difference as a Peer Mentor! Join in dynamic small group settings where you'll offer peer support, tackling questions and concerns on subject material and concepts. Sound like you? Support participation in an array of engaging activities tied to ISA goal themes like independent living skills, employment skills, mindfulness, healthy relationships, cooking, and more. Join us in shaping a community where growth and empowerment are the ultimate goals!
About Northeast Kingdom Human Services
NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont
Essential Duties and Functions

• Work collaboratively with activities team to support all participants.
• Support and encourage participation in different activities.
• Model socially appropriate behavior.
• Model socially appropriate interactions.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work independently, unsupported.
• Must be able to provide support to peers.
• Must be able to facilitate social interactions.
• Able to be in one location for several hours at a time.

Education and Experience

• Some relevant work history preferred.
• Minimum of three references.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Starting at $18.00/hr
• Low-cost Health and Dental insurance
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match
• Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays
• short-/long-term disability coverages
• Outstanding employee wellness program
• life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off, long-term care plan, and additional optional benefits

NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.