Peer Mentor Contractor- NAN Project
About The Position
At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth. The NAN Project, a division of Eliot, is seeking positive Peer Mentors to join our team. The NAN Project works to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention programs for young people, using a peer-to-peer model. As a Peer Mentor, you will work to provide support to our peers as well as work in coordination with schools to spread mental health awareness.
Requirements
- Requires a High school diploma or equivalent
- Lived experience with mental health
- Passion for youth mental health advocacy
Responsibilities
- Prioritize attending presentations, school orientation meetings, peer mentor training sessions, and professional development opportunities, as requested
- Create and deliver personal stories that highlight the mental health challenges faced by young people in school, along with the resources and supports that aided recovery
- Reflect on how aspects of identity—such as race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality—have influenced personal mental health experiences and recovery during high school
- Share stories with the intent to inspire hope, reduce stigma, and educate students about mental health challenges and the path to recovery
- Develop multiple versions of Comeback Stories tailored to specific student populations and demographics
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
- Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
- Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
- Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
