PEER LEADER

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

Must be between the age of 15 and 19 years old.