NEXT Steps Peer Mentor - $8.50/hour in Grantham

Position Title

NEXT Steps Peer Mentor – $8.50/hour

Position Information

Department: Intellectual Disabilities Certificate (2070)
Campus: Main Campus (Grantham)
Supervisor: Amber Brisbane
Work Period: Acad Yr 2025-26
Hours Per Week: 8-12
Duration of Appointment: Fall, Spring
Work Schedule: Will depend on peer mentor schedule as well as NEXT Steps student schedule. Will include occasional evenings/weekends. This is a very unique position and additional work schedule details will be discussed during interview.

Position Summary

The NEXT Steps program is seeking to hire peer mentors for the next academic year starting in the Fall semester. NEXT Steps is an integrated educational program that offers educational experiences for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Check out messiah.edu/nextsteps to learn more about the program. Peer mentors will have a variety of different roles that are dependent upon the students’ unique schedules and experiences. Peer mentors may attend classes, help students engage in campus life, assist students with coursework, and build relationships through group activities. At times, peer mentors may be asked to serve programming that could take place in the evenings and on weekends.

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position

• desire to help and support students with intellectual disability and developmental disabilities
• enjoy working with others
• be flexible and adaptable
• be willing to grow and learn
• demonstrate patience, kindness, and empathy
• model good behavior
• good written and verbal communication skills
• effective time management skills

Primary Duties

• Provide in-class support by attending classes with Next Step students; this includes supporting with time management, prioritization, and organization.
• Assisting students with the completion of modified course assignments and navigating Canvas
• Assist and support students in programs by engaging in campus social life
• Assist students with self-advocacy when communicating with faculty, staff, and peers
• Provide informational and emotional support as students transition into and/or encounter barriers to their college experience
• Participate in training activities as planned by the NEXT Steps Director
• Abide by FERPA to protect student confidentiality
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance
• Be a friend

Secondary Duties

Other duties as assigned

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled