Peer Support - Wellness Center

PEER SUPPORT - PART-TIME

OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE – WELLNESS CENTER

Olive-Harvey College is seeking a Peer Support worker to work in our Wellness Center and provide support in our Panther Pantry. If you are a current City Colleges of Chicago student, we encourage you to apply for this exciting job opportunity! Peer supports welcome and support incoming students by: Introducing students to Wellness Center services and resources. Wellness Center Peer Supports are a liaison between staff and students, and are here to support students academically, socially, and emotionally. Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be 18 years or older, have work permit consent,and eligible to work in the United States Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hourspre-credit or credit classes Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential,degree, or certificate Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA(waived for first semester new students) Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges ofChicago academic restrictions Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of theCity Colleges of Chicago All positions are “employment at-will” Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Peer Supportprovides support, guidance and serves as a role model for otherstudents as they transition to college life. As an extension of the Wellness Center, the Peer Support explainsCCC systems to interested students; helps students become aware ofcollege resources; and refers students to appropriate collegeresources. Provides academic, emotional, and social support to studentsexperiencing stress or other personal challenges. Assists with setting goals and works toward accomplishingeach. Advocates for assigned students, as necessary. Attends Peer Support training sessions as required. Must workwithin the scope of the training and make appropriate referrals tolicensed professionals when necessary. Lead and/or participate in outreach events on mental healthawareness, sexual health, and other wellness related topics. Unloading new pantry orders and stocking pantry daily. Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the pantry. Greeting and completing necessary documentation for pantrypatrons each visit. Records interactions and submits reports to assigned supervisoras required. Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer ServiceExcellence Standards. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at theCity Colleges of Chicago Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago, student activities,college resources and student services; knowledge of specific majoror program Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and ease inrelating to people from a variety of educational, cultural andsocial backgrounds. Good written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of computer software programs. Must be able to lift 20-30 lbs. Salary: $17.00/hour We are an equal opportunity and affirmative actionemployer. Thank you for your interest in City Colleges ofChicago! TBD #J-18808-Ljbffr City Colleges of Chicago