Part-Time Disability Peer Mentor — Empower Others

The Edventure Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Appalachian Center for Independent Living (ACIL) is seeking a part-time AmeriCorps Peer Mentor to support individuals with disabilities through ACIL’s Pathways Peer Support Program in the Charleston area.

The mentor will provide encouragement, help facilitate groups and activities, and connect participants with Independent Living services while upholding AmeriCorps requirements. Dependable transportation and a commitment of about 300 service hours are required.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with disability or being a parent/close family member.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to listen without judgment.
• Respect for individual choice and personal boundaries.
• Understanding of the Independent Living philosophy.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for developing peer activities.
• Ability to work independently with supervision.
• Dependability and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide encouragement, support, and positive peer connection to individuals with disabilities.
• Help facilitate peer support groups, social activities, educational programs, and community activities.
• Help individuals identify personal interests, goals, strengths, and opportunities for greater community participation.
• Encourage self-advocacy, self-determination, and independent living.
• Share personal experiences, resources, and strategies when appropriate to help others navigate life with a disability.
• Help create a welcoming and inclusive environment where participants feel comfortable sharing their experiences and learning from one another.
• Assist with outreach to individuals who may benefit from ACIL’s Peer Support Program.
• Help connect participants with ACIL’s Independent Living services and other community resources.
• Encourage participants to develop relationships and support networks beyond ACIL.
• Assist with planning and coordinating peer support activities and community outings.
• Collect participant feedback and assist ACIL in evaluating peer support activities.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of service activities and participation as required by AmeriCorps and ACIL.

Skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Respect for boundaries

Independent Living philosophy

Creativity

Self-motivation

Dependability

Professionalism

Education

Lived experience with disability or family caregiver

Job description

Appalachian Center for Independent Living (ACIL) is seeking a part-time AmeriCorps Peer Mentor to support individuals with disabilities through ACIL’s Pathways Peer Support Program in the Charleston area.

The mentor will provide encouragement, help facilitate groups and activities, and connect participants with Independent Living services while upholding AmeriCorps requirements. Dependable transportation and a commitment of about 300 service hours are required.