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PEER LEADER at DotHouse Health
Dorchester, Massachusetts, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

24.71

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Role Modeling, Mentoring, Program Facilitation, Relationship Building, Social-Emotional Learning, Supervision, Communication, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism, Leadership

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Description Position Summary: The Peer Leader supports daily programming and engagement at the Teen Center while participating in a structured workforce development experience. Peer Leaders serve as positive role models and mentors to teens, assist with programming, and help foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. In addition to program support, this role emphasizes skill-building in professionalism, leadership, communication, and career exploration, particularly for those interested in youth development, education, public health, or social services. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the planning and facilitation of educational, recreational, and community-based teen programs Build positive, supportive relationships with teens and serve as a consistent role model Support social-emotional learning and positive peer interactions Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive environment Assist staff with supervision and daily Teen Center operations Participate in ongoing training, feedback, and skill-building opportunities Preferred Qualifications: Currently enrolled in college, working toward a degree in Social Work, Public Health, Education, or a related field Interest in youth development, education, nonprofit, or community-based work Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with diverse youth populations Reliable, responsible, and motivated to grow professionally Hours & Schedule: Part-time position, approximately 12–16 hours per week during the school year Primarily afternoon and evening hours, including: Monday–Thursday: 3:00–6:00/7:00 PM Friday: 1:00–5:00 PM Hours may increase during the summer months based on program needs Requirements REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Must be between the age of 15 and 19 years old.
Responsibilities
The Peer Leader supports daily programming and engagement at the Teen Center while participating in a structured workforce development experience, serving as a positive role model and mentor to teens. Key duties include assisting with program planning and facilitation, building supportive relationships with teens, and helping maintain a safe and inclusive environment.