Peer Mentor I – Transitions

The Arc Lexington; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Full-time and part-time opportunities

Paid training

Job summary

The Arc Lexington is seeking a Peer Mentor I in Albany, NY to work with students in the Transitions program, helping them develop academic, career, and life skills for greater independence.

Mentors serve as positive role models, offering guidance, encouragement, and support as students navigate new experiences and work toward personal goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current college enrollment or recent college graduation is required.
• Valid NYS driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with young adults enrolled in the Transitions program to develop academic, career, and life skills.
• Serve as a positive role model, providing guidance, encouragement, and support as students navigate new experiences.
• Attend classes with students, help them build positive relationships, and support community activities.
• Encourage responsible decision‑making and play a key role in students' growth and success.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current college enrollment or recent college graduation

Valid NYS driver's license

Job description

Help Students Build Confidence, Independence, and Skills for the Future!

What Does a Peer Mentor I Do?

As a Peer Mentor I, 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.

Peer Mentors serve as positive role models, providing guidance, encouragement, and support as students navigate new experiences and work toward their personal goals.

Whether you're attending classes with students, helping them develop positive relationships, supporting community activities, or encouraging responsible decision‑making, you'll play an important role in their growth and success.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference while continuing your own education or career journey, Transitions may be a great fit!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current college enrollment or recent college graduation is required.
• Valid NYS driver's license is required.

What Can Transitions Offer You?

• Competitive pay ranging from $19.12–$20.12 per hour.
• Flexible scheduling opportunities, including day, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• 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

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.

Salary: $19.12 - $20.12 per hour