Volunteer Stipend for Peer Support Services

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Volunteer Stipend for

Peer Support Services

The ADTRC Department is looking for Interns to be Peer Support Specialists

To sign up for the program:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must acquire a physical or developmental disability before the age of 21 years (please contact program/volunteer coordinator for further clarification if needed)
• Must have at least a high school diploma and a developed resume
• Demonstrating peer support or mentorship experience
• Having personal experience relevant to services provided
• Being able to travel, sometimes daily, in local area
• Possession of a license and vehicle or accessible transportation (e.g. Mass transit system)
• Bi-lingual is a plus (not required)
• Potential Candidates must be registered with a Vocational, Transitional or Institutional Disability Department.
• Must demonstrate respect to the individual’s culture, beliefs and preferences, even if that individual makes choices they might not make.
• There will be a monetary Stipend & Paid Training.
• Training will be M-F, 8-12PM $100/per week 5 weeks
• Training days and times are subject to change.

For more information, please contact:

Robert J. Fernandez

915-298-1104