Peer Mentor

Justice Resource Institute; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,000 bilingual bonus

Licensing/License fees reimbursement

401K with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

C Cohannet Academy, located within Taunton State Hospital, is seeking a Peer Mentor to help youth ages 13-18 through trauma-informed, evidence-based support. The role emphasizes empathy, resilience, and collaborative work with a dedicated team at Cohannet Academy within JRI.

This part-time position offers a pay range of $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, with training provided. Benefits include potential bilingual bonuses, licensing reimbursements, and retirement options, reflective of our commitment to

Qualifications

• Must have personal experience living with and recovering from mental health needs, substance use, and/or traumatic life concerns.
• Experience as a Peer Mentor or completed advanced peer-to-peer training program.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in growth through trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches.
• Contribute to a cohesive, supportive team environment while delivering services to adolescents.

Skills

Peer mentoring

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Job description

Are you thePeer Mentorwe have been looking for? In this position, youwillbe ableto conveyyourpassionforhelping otherswith a dynamic teamby bringing anenergetic and positive approachwhile working with youth that we serve!

Cohannet Academy, located within Taunton State Hospital, is a Joint Commission-Accredited Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP) that specializes in trauma-informed care. It is contracted with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (MA DMH) to offer in-house services and treatment specifically for adolescent biological females ages 13 to 18.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $20.00 to $23.00per hour. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.

Schedule:

16 to 24 hours per week

JRI Provides The Training So That:

• YOUwill utilize the wisdom of your experiences to support the growth of clients in ways that others can positively connect and learn from.
• YOU will be working in a cohesive and supportive environment alongside a team to support the provision of trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment.

Why JRI?

• Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
• We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve our clients!
• Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years or older.
• High School Diploma required. Bachelors degree in a human services field are preferred.
• Must have personal experience living with and recovering from mental health needs, substance use, and/or traumatic life concerns which caused challenges in one or more areas of life.
• Must have experience as a Peer Mentor, or have successfully completed an advanced peer to peer training program (such as Certified Peer Specialist training).
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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