POSITION TITLE: P2P Peer Support Mentor
Position Information
Employment Type: Full-Time (Grant-Funded; contingent upon VR / Pre-ETS funding) Program: P2P / Bridging the Gap
Reports To: P2P Instructor / Program Coordinator
Work Setting: School-based, community-based, and program travel (including summer camp)
Position Summary
The P2P Peer Support Mentor is an allowable personnel position under Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS). The Mentor supports youth with disabilities through peer-based mentoring, classroom team teaching, and transition-focused activities aligned with the five required Pre-ETS services. The position emphasizes youth engagement, self-advocacy, work readiness, and career exploration.
Key Responsibilities – Pre-ETS Activities
● Provide peer support and team teaching during classroom-based Pre-ETS instruction
● Support instruction related to self-advocacy, workplace readiness, career exploration, and postsecondary planning
● Collaborate with designated VR Counselors to develop mentoring plans for youth Implement mentoring plans for youth enrolled in the Bridging the Gap program ● Serve as lead peer mentor supporting transition goals
● Participate in transition fairs, weekend programs, and summer camps ● Attend and support youth during the Bridging the Gap Residential Work-Based Skills (RWS) Summer Camp
Data Collection & Compliance (VR / Pre-ETS)
● Assist with Bridging the Gap data collection
● Assist with middle school Pre-ETS data collection as needed
● Maintain accurate participation and mentoring records
● Support collection of required consent and permission forms
● Assist with parent communication related to Pre-ETS participation ● Collaborate daily with the P2P Instructor/Coordinator
Qualifications
Required:
☐ Experience working with youth or young adults with disabilities
☐ Strong communication and relationship-building skills
☐ Ability to work in school, community, and camp settings
☐ Willingness to travel and attend multi-day programs
Preferred:
☐ Lived experience with disability
☐ Experience with mentoring, peer support, or transition services
☐ Familiarity with VR or Pre-ETS programming
Salary & Benefits
based on experience and funding availability
FUNDING CONTINGENCY STATEMENT
This position is contingent upon the availability and continuation of grant or contract funding. Continuation of employment is dependent on satisfactory performance and continued funding.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This position supports VR and Pre-ETS nondiscrimination requirements. The organization is committed to inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities.
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