Peer Mentor

Company: Transitions
Location: Gloversville
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description What does a Peer Mentor do? Peer Mentors help young adults attending Transitions navigate throughout their college experience. They help guide students through their post-high school journeys and support them to achieve success in higher education, in their careers, and in learning to live independently. 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 preferred Valid NYS Driver's license with 2 years' experience is preferred 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: 2013 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award 2014 - Voted 1 Large Workplace in the Capital District 2014 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award 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. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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