Peer Mentor

What does a Peer Mentor do?

Peer Mentors are integral members of the Transitions staff and have direct and consistent contact with students. Peer Mentors are responsible for fostering individual and community development while promoting students' academic, career, and personal growth. Peer Mentors serve as positive role models and provide guidance, support, and encouragement to help students develop the skills necessary for success in the Transitions program and beyond.


If you're ready to make a significant impact in the lives of young adults, while maintaining a balance for your own interests and pursuits, apply today to start your rewarding journey with Transitions!

Qualifications:

• High School Degree or GED is required
• Be enrolled in a College course or a recent college graduate is required
• Valid NYS Driver's license with 2 years' experience is required

What Can Transitions Offer You?

• A Peer Mentor can earn between $19.12 - $22.64 per/hour
• Unique shifts that allow for up to 40 hours within three days
  • Thursday - Saturday, or Saturday - Tuesday shifts available
  • Live-in, day, evening, and weekend shifts available
• Paid training
• Both full-time and part-time positions are available

What is Transitions?

Transitions is a part of The Arc Lexington with campuses in Mayfield (Fulton County), Cobleskill and Albany. Transitions focuses on building academic skills, life and career skills and general independence for high school graduates and young adults with autism spectrum disorders and/or other learning disabilities.

Why Work at Transitions?

We always strive to be the best possible employer. This means going to great lengths to ensure it is a great workplace where employees feel valued, nurtured and respected. Employees find fulfilling, meaningful careers at Transitions and enjoy being part of our family. The Arc Lexington employees have repeatedly voted us for several awards:

• 2017 - Best Company to Work For in New York State
• 2022 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award & 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.