Federal Work Study - CWC Gator-2-Gator Graduate Trainer Student Assistant

Classification Title:

STU AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements:N/A

Job Description:

Federal Work Study Student Assistant to assist with training activities for the Gator-2-Gator (G2G) peer support program within the Counseling & Wellness Center. Gator-2-Gator is a peer support program where students are trained to support peers experiencing distress. Gator 2 Gator provides 30-minute consultations for personal support and/or referral information about helpful resources. The Gator-2-Gator Graduate Student Assistant is responsible for providing Gator-2-Gator training, consultation, and support for UF students, faculty, and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 

Assist with CWC’s Gator-2-Gator Program with duties including, but not limited to: 

• Conducting a minimum of two (2) Gator-2-Gator trainings on a monthly basis.

• Facilitating weekly Gator-2-Gator consultation meetings ambassadors providing G2G peer support on campus.

• Attending Gator-2-Gator program planning and implementation meetings

• Assisting with scheduling and coordinating Gator-2-Gator program trainings

• Other similar duties as directed by supervisor. 

Expected Salary:

$14.00/hour

Required qualifications 

• Federal Work Study Award (Please check in with UF Financial Aid to determine eligibility) 

• Graduate student in psychology, counselor education, or a counseling-related field.

• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week 

• Not concurrently employed anywhere else on the UF campus using Federal Work Study 

• Requires access to personal computer and internet 

• Able to commit to 2-3 semesters of Gator-2-Gator service. 

Preferred:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Ability to pay attention to detail 

• Excellent organizational skills 

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as carrying or moving CWC outreach and communication materials if needed 

• Positive, friendly, and professional attitude 

• Reliable, good follow-through 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No