[Hiring] Mentor @Somethings

Role Description

Somethings is building the first social wellness platform for teens, a place where a teen can form a real relationship with a mentor who gets them, sticks with them, and helps them get better. 25 Million teens in the U.S. are struggling with their mental health. Our job is to make sure they don’t just show up — they stay, connect with real humans who care deeply about them, and get the support that they need to thrive.

We’re looking for highly organized, motivated, and empathetic young adults who want to help the next generation feel their best. As a Somethings Mentor, you will be able to help teenagers navigate the difficulties of their adolescent years and enable them to live their happiest, healthiest life.

Qualifications

• Must reside in Alaska
• Must have a current Peer Support Professional (PSP), Traditional Peer Support Professional (TPSP), or willingness to complete the certification process with us
• Lived experience with mental health challenges and willingness to share your personal story while helping others
• Ability to commit to the working schedule outlined below:
• Mon - Thurs: 4:30 PM - 10 PM PST
• Fri: 4:30 - 7 PM PST
• Have some experience working in crisis intervention and de-escalation or comfort navigating difficult conversations
• A growth mindset and willingness to adjust with feedback
• Highly organized and tech-savvy
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Enrolled in or completed a 4-year college, 2-year program, or trade school program
• Fluent in English (other languages gladly welcomed!)

Requirements

• Reliable internet connection with a minimum of 10 Mbps for download speed and 5 Mbps for upload speed
• High-quality camera, headphones/microphone
• Private, quiet working space
• Strong light source
• Clean, uncluttered background
• These tech requirements must be met by the time you start working with teens
• You must be able to demonstrate that you have met these requirements by submitting screenshots of your internet speed, as well as videos and photos of yourself for review

Benefits

• $20/HR, plus monthly bonuses of $60 for each teen above 20 you successfully keep engaged in the program
• Measured by 5+ days of unique app engagement per month
• 24.5 hours per week across 5 days
• 4 days off a month, including one day of PTO
• Free initial training & certification as a Certified Peer Specialist, if needed, with further educational opportunities
• Flexible working location (remote role)
• Career growth via the Lead Mentor pathways
• Relevant work experience for future jobs in mental health and other fields
• A meaningful role where you use your own lived experience to help others
• Incredible experiences making a difference with teens in crisis

Company Description

Somethings is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.