Job Title: Project AMP Peer Mentor
Department: Youth Support Services
Reports To: Director of Youth Support Services
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Location: Springfield, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $20.00 to $21.50 per hour
About New North Citizens’ Council (NNCC)
New North Citizens’ Council is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents through education, workforce development, family support, and community services. NNCC is committed to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive service delivery.
Position Summary
The Project AMP Peer Mentor provides mentorship and positive youth development services to adolescents ages 13–17 participating in Project AMP, a substance use prevention and early intervention program. Reporting to the program supervisor, the Peer Mentor builds supportive relationships with youth, facilitates structured mentoring sessions, and encourages healthy decision-making, academic success, and personal growth through evidence-based mentoring practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.)
Mentoring & Youth Engagement
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Develop positive, supportive relationships with youth participants.
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Facilitate a minimum of six (6) structured Project AMP mentoring sessions with each assigned participant.
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Encourage healthy decision-making, goal setting, and positive social development.
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Support youth in developing life skills, communication skills, and healthy peer relationships.
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Serve as a positive role model and mentor through consistent engagement and encouragement.
Program Delivery
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Assist with recruiting and engaging eligible youth participants.
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Plan and facilitate educational, recreational, and skill-building activities that align with Project AMP goals.
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Support workshops and group activities focused on substance use prevention, health and wellness, academic success, and personal development.
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Participate in community events and outreach activities that promote Project AMP.
Documentation & Collaboration
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Maintain accurate participant records and required program documentation.
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Track mentoring sessions, participant progress, and program outcomes.
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Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities.
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Collaborate with program staff, schools, families, and community partners to support participant success.
Professional Development
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Participate in required trainings related to positive youth development, mentoring, trauma-informed care, substance use prevention, and cultural responsiveness.
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Demonstrate professionalism and uphold NNCC policies, confidentiality standards, and ethical practices.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED required.
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Minimum of one (1) year of experience working or volunteering with adolescents in mentoring, education, recreation, youth development, or community programs.
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Applicants must be between 21 and 28 years of age, consistent with Project AMP program requirements.
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Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
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Ability to serve as a positive role model for youth.
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Valid Massachusetts driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
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Some college coursework in Human Services, Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field preferred
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Experience facilitating youth groups, workshops, or mentoring programs.
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Training in Positive Youth Development, Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, or substance use prevention.
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
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Experience working with diverse and underserved youth populations.
Core Competencies
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Youth Mentoring & Engagement
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Positive Youth Development
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Communication & Relationship Building
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Cultural Responsiveness
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Teamwork & Collaboration
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Professionalism & Accountability
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Organization & Documentation
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Adaptability
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
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Work is performed in schools, community centers, and community-based settings.
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Regular local travel may be required.
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Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required.
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Ability to participate in recreational and educational activities with youth.
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Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
New North Citizens’ Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
ADA & Reasonable Accommodation Statement (REQUIRED)
NNCC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
At-Will Employment Disclaimer (Massachusetts Standard Practice)
Employment with NNCC is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the organization at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.
