BAGLY, Inc.·Boston, Massachusetts
The Peer Health Educator facilitates workshops on sexual health, relationships, and leadership while providing outreach and support to LGBTQ+ youth. They also assist with program planning, data collection, and connecting peers to community resources.
About BAGLY Founded in 1980, the Boston Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth (BAGLY) is an organization led by and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth to meet the core physical, social, and developmental needs of Greater Boston’s LGBTQ+ youth community. Today, BAGLY provides community-based leadership development, health promotion, and social support programs for Massachusetts’ LGBTQ youth communities, and is a leader in local and national LGBTQ+ youth advocacy.
About This Position The Peer Health Educator is a youth leadership role that supports BAGLY’s Health & Wellness programming by providing peer-to-peer education, outreach, and engagement related to sexual and reproductive health, mental wellness, and LGBTQ+ affirming care. Peer Health Educators work under the supervision of the ASE Health & Wellness Educator and the Health & Wellness Program Manager, serving as trusted messengers who connect youth to accurate information, resources, and supportive services.
Peer Health Educators are peer leaders who help ensure that programming remains relevant, accessible, and responsive to the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ young people.
Peer Education & Facilitation Co-facilitate workshops, discussions, and educational activities on sexual and reproductive health, consent, relationships, and harm reduction Co-facilitate workshops, discussions, and educational activities related to peer leadership and youth development Support the delivery of the “Our Care in Action” Adolescent Sexuality Education Program. Engage participants in a respectful, inclusive, and non-judgmental manner. Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of diverse age groups (ages 11–24). Outreach & Youth Engagement Assist with recruitment of program participants through peer networks, social media, and community events. Represent BAGLY at community outreach events, schools, and partner sites as needed. Serve as a relatable point of contact for youth seeking information or support. Resource Navigation & Referrals Connect peers to appropriate BAGLY programs, services, and community resources. Work collaboratively with staff to ensure safe and appropriate referrals. Encourage help-seeking behavior among peers when needed. Program Support Participate in program planning meetings and trainings. Provide feedback to staff on curriculum relevance and youth needs. Assist with data collection, surveys, and participant feedback processes. Help maintain safe, welcoming, and affirming program spaces. Leadership Development Build skills in facilitation, public speaking, advocacy, and teamwork. Model healthy communication, boundaries, and professionalism. Support newer Peer Health Educators through mentorship when applicable
Prior experience in youth leadership, peer education, or community organizing. Lived experience as an LGBTQ+ young person, particularly BIPOC and/or transgender/nonbinary youth. Experience speaking publicly or facilitating group activities.
This position has the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations: Sit at a computer station for extended periods of time Ability to keyboard for extended periods of time Requires handling average-weight objects up to 15-20 pounds, and occasionally assisting patients Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment Ability to travel to community-based organizations and venues such as: schools, youth & family shelters, community centers etc. to perform outreach activities.
The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check (CORI/SORI) as a condition of employment at BAGLY.
$20-$30 The starting hourly rate will be determined based on how many qualifications are demonstrated.
Equal Opportunity Statement BAGLY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions, without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Frequently cited statistics show that women, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, as well as other structurally marginalized groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. BAGLY encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.
Please submit a resume and cover letter (PDF or Word document preferred) addressed to Chloe Cole-Wilson, Health & Wellness Program Manager at https://bagly.bamboohr.com/careers/40 by June 12, 2026. Please, no calls, and email follow-ups are not necessary.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate an interest in youth advocacy and sexual health. Strong familiarity with intersectional identities within the LGBTQ+ community and the ability to communicate respectfully with diverse youth are required.
Market context
Massachusetts ASE Health & Wellness Peer Educator roles commonly seek candidates for youth advocacy and sexual-health education programs, with hourly pay listed here at $20–$30. Competition may favor applicants who understand intersectional LGBTQ+ identities, communicate respectfully with diverse youth, and meet the high-school diploma requirement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original job description to save research time, then tailor your application to these qualifications.
