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Young Adult Peer Mentor

Everett, MA · On-site

$21.21/hr

Provides 1:1 support, coaching, and modeling to support and improve engagement in services ... Uses the Young Adult Peer Mentoring Practice Profile to define role * Provides outreach and ...

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Young Adult Peer Mentor

Everett, MA · On-site

$21.21/hr

Provides 1:1 support, coaching, and modeling to support and improve engagement in services ... Uses the Young Adult Peer Mentoring Practice Profile to define role * Provides outreach and ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for adult peer support in the United States is $19.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Adult Peer Support vs Mental Health Counselor?

AspectAdult Peer SupportMental Health Counselor
CredentialsPeer support certification, training in recovery and communicationMaster's degree in counseling or psychology, state licensure
Work EnvironmentCommunity organizations, peer support groups, mental health clinicsClinics, private practices, hospitals
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, mental health agencies, recovery programsHealthcare facilities, private practices, hospitals

Adult Peer Support and Mental Health Counselors both work in mental health settings, but Peer Support focuses on peer-led recovery and shared experiences, often with certification and less formal education. Counselors provide clinical therapy with advanced degrees and licensure. Both roles aim to support mental health, but their training, scope, and work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Adult Peer Support job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,023 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Young Adult Peer Navigator

Burlington, VT • On-site

Spectrum Youth and Family Services
Civic and Social Organizations • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Spectrum Youth and Family Servicesexternal

$21.63/hr

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

The Young Adult Peer Navigator is responsible for providing assistance to young adults living in Chittenden County up to the age of 26, within the target population of the Youth in Transition (YIT) Program, Spectrum’s Multicultural Youth Program (MYP) and Youth Action Board (YAB). This position will assist young adults to secure information and connect to existing community services and resources. The Young Adult Peer Navigator should be of peer age or close to peer age to the population we serve. The Peer Navigator will work with young adults to ensure they will have adequate preparation and the necessary support to be productively engaged in the community and will assist in navigating systems and resources in the community. This is a part-time, hourly position with a pay rate of $21.63 per hour. Weekly hours may vary, with a maximum of up to 20 hours per week.

 


Essential Functions 

 

  • Provide outreach to transition-age young adults, focusing on multi-cultural youth, including the refugee, immigrant and asylee population, in need of, information, resources and support through transitions.
  • Work in concert with MYP Program and the YIT Leadership Team to identify existing community resources and provide support and services as needed.
  • Organize, facilitate and support he Agency’s Youth Action Board. 
  • Use Facebook and other social networking sites in order to reach out and provide support and information to young adults.
  • Assist with the development and maintenance of the ImpactVT.org website, the online resource guide created for transition age youth in the community.
  • Prepare data and detailed descriptions of all activities performed quarterly to include in the quarterly progress report and participate in the YIT Affiliation Meetings.
  • Participate in the development of leadership training for young adults. Support young adult advisory groups, including Spectrum’s Youth Advisory Board. 
  • Provide opportunities for young adults to take on leadership roles, become peer support, and create and participate in healthy, pro-social activities.
  • Participate in training activities, and other events as requested. 
  • Participate in MYP Programming including the Multicultural Help Desk in various School Districts.



Knowledge & Skills Required 

 

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required with a preference of some college courses in the human services field.
  • Demonstrated understanding of issues facing target population (homelessness, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, mental health problems, family conflict, physical health issues, criminality, etc.), as well as challenges and barriers related to multi-cultural youth.
  • Commitment to the value of diversity with respect to gender, race, age, socio-economic level, sexual orientation and religion.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively with young adults, parents, community members, service providers, and state agency personnel.
  • Experience working in a peer support capacity.
  • Ability to work independently and also as an effective team member.
  • Willing to participate in supervision by identifying needs, asking for assistance, support and training and being able to accept and utilize feedback.
  • Ability to manage time and set priorities to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines, including the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Ability to set limits with self and others.
  • Proficiency in all Microsoft Office functions, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.

 

Work Environment 


This is a field position and frequent travel is required, including client transport. Reliable transportation and comprehensive insurance are required. It requires sitting, standing, general use of stairs, and lifting or moving up to 10 pounds. 

The above duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position.  They should not be construed as an exhaustive listing of all duties and responsibilities by employees so classified.