Peer Mentor

Temporary role as a peer mentor in Vamos Vantaa (Havukoski, Koivukylä) to work with 15–29-year-olds requiring support in daily life and future planning. The position includes guiding group activities in languages of the mentees (e.g., Russian, Albanian, Ukrainian, Arabic or Tigrinya) and requires sufficient Finnish or English language skills to operate in the team. Tasks include leading group activities in native languages on topics such as job searching, functioning in Finnish society, studying in Finland, and financial and housing skills; coordinating with colleagues, and using one’s own experiences (hobbies, education) in the work. Requirements include secondary education (high school or vocational qualification); sociability, courage, ability to work independently; experience in guiding groups or organizing events; accuracy and reliability; adequate English or Finnish and fluent another language (e.g., Arabic, Albanian, Russian, Ukrainian, Tigrinya); familiarity with Koivukylä and Vantaa is a plus. A criminal record extract per law 504/2002 must be presented; extract must not be older than six months. The workplace is smoke-free and substance-free. The role contributes to a supportive and inclusive work culture at Diakonissalaitos; terms of employment include a fixed period 1.9.2026–31.1.2027 with approx. 3–5 hours per week (about 16 hours per month); primarily after 16:00, making it suitable for students. Pay is 15.5 €/h with working conditions under the private social services sector collective agreement; onboarding by a dedicated supervisor and a welcoming orientation. How to apply: answer a few questions; application deadline 16.8.2026 (may close earlier if right candidate found). The organization values diversity and invites applicants from varied backgrounds. For more information visit Vamos Vantaa pages. For inquiries contact Anna Lahdensuo, Service Unit Manager, weekdays 14:00–15:30 at 050 597 0264 or anna.lahdensuo@diakonissalaitos.fi.