Anti-Trafficking Peer Mentor

The Salvation Army; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks an Anti-Trafficking Peer Mentor to provide vital support to survivors of trafficking. This role involves facilitating peer support groups and offering culturally competent services. Applicants should have relevant certifications and lived experience. The position offers a meaningful job with a purpose and an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employer-funded Pension Plan

Comprehensive health care coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Remitted Tuition Program

Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Peer Counselor or Certified Recovery Specialist certification required.
• At least two years in recovery and two years out of lived experience circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered, trauma-informed, peer mentoring services to survivors of trafficking.
• Develop and facilitate groups with youth survivors.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish/English

Trauma-informed care

Client-centered services

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

Position: Anti-Trafficking Peer Mentor

Department: Philadelphia Social Service Ministries

Availability of Position: Immediately

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, some nights and weekends required

Reporting Relationship: Anti-Trafficking Peer Coordinator

Salary/Grade: $20.00 per hour; 76, Non-Exempt

The Salvation Army offers an excellent benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Generous paid time off including holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation, and sick leave.
• Employer-funded Pension Plan (company contributions start after 1 year)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low-cost premiums, co-pays, and deductibles
• Optional supplemental insurance plans such as Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Remitted Tuition Program
• Eligibility for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• A meaningful job with a purpose!

Position Overview

The Peer Mentor will provide client-centered, trauma-informed, peer mentoring services to survivors of trafficking identified and referred through the Philadelphia Department of Human Services (DHS). This position is funded through a partnership with DHS.

Responsibilities

Description of Position: The Peer Mentor will offer intensive peer support to confirmed and suspected survivors of human trafficking within DHS. Responsibilities include developing and facilitating groups with youth survivors, providing culturally competent services using lived experience, and addressing issues related to substance use, trafficking, and commercial sexual exploitation. The Peer Mentor will also support adult survivors identified through self-referral and assessments, and may assist the Victim Advocate and Education Prevention Specialist with outreach and other initiatives.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Peer Counselor or Certified Recovery Specialist certification required
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Lived experience related to trafficking, domestic violence, homelessness, or substance use
• At least two years in recovery and two years out of lived experience circumstances
• Understanding of domestic and foreign human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation
• Experience with trauma-informed care; familiarity with Sanctuary Model preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred
• Driver’s license preferred
• Proficient in Word and Excel; capable of internet navigation
• Must meet Child Protection Clearances as per PA Act 153, including Child Abuse History, State Police, and FBI checks
• Must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of employment, with recertification every five years
• Understanding of and appreciation for The Salvation Army’s mission
• Position contingent on grant funding

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below:

• External candidates: Apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org
• Internal candidates: Apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com

No phone calls please.

Released by the Divisional Human Resource Department on 9/11/24.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army is an international Christian movement based on the Bible, motivated by God's love. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs without discrimination.

Requisition No. 2268