What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Mentor II – Transitions (Live-In) position at transitions?
Make a Difference in Three Days and Enjoy Four Days Off!
Looking for a rewarding opportunity with a unique work schedule? Transitions offers live-in Peer Mentor positions that allow you to work up to 40 hours over three days, giving you four days off to focus on school, family, and personal interests.
What Does a Peer Mentor II Do?
As a Peer Mentor II, you'll work directly with young adults enrolled in the Transitions program, helping them develop the academic, career, and life skills needed for greater independence.
In addition to serving as a positive role model and supporting students in their academic and personal development, Peer Mentor IIs play an important role in creating a safe, supportive residential environment.
During your scheduled live-in rotation, you'll help students navigate daily routines, develop independent living skills, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. You'll also help maintain a safe and welcoming residential environment while supporting students as they work toward their personal goals.
This position combines meaningful student mentoring with residential support, offering a unique opportunity to build strong relationships and make a lasting impact.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Current college enrollment or recent college graduation is required.
- Valid NYS driver's license with at least two years of driving experience and a safe driving record is required.
What Can Transitions Offer You?
- Competitive pay ranging from $21.64–$22.64 per hour.
- Unique live-in scheduling opportunities allowing you to work up to 40 hours within three days.
- Three days on, four days off scheduling.
- Your own private room during your scheduled live-in shifts
- All meals are provided while on shift
- Paid training.
What Is Transitions?
Transitions is a program of The Arc Lexington with campuses in Mayfield (Fulton County), Cobleskill, and Albany. The program supports high school graduates and young adults with autism spectrum disorders and other learning disabilities as they develop academic, career, life, and independent living skills.
Through hands-on experiences, personalized support, and community involvement, Transitions helps students build the confidence and skills needed to pursue their goals.
Why Work at Transitions?
At Transitions, you'll have the opportunity to make meaningful connections with students while helping them achieve greater independence. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, encourages growth, and recognizes the importance of the work you do.
The Arc Lexington has received workplace recognition, including:
- 2017 – Best Company to Work For in New York State
- 2022 – Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award and Times Union Meaningfulness Award
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of the Transitions team!
The Arc Lexington provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws ("each a "Protected Characteristic"). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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