University Of New Mexico Los Lunas , NM 87031
Posted 2 weeks ago
Requisition IDreq28063 Working TitlePeer Mentor Pay$12.00 Hourly CampusValencia DepartmentValencia Branch Employment TypeStudent Employment Student Type StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date5/31/2024 Position Summary
Position Summary:
Goal of the Position: The goal of a Peer Mentor is to provide students with guidance, support, and feedback to accelerate the student's academic and professional growth.
Worksite: PASOS Resource Center (PRC), located in the Learning Resource Center building (LRC)
Benefits of the position:
Make a difference in a student's academic journey
Personal and professional growth
Contribute to the community
Flexible schedule
Onsite training
Peer Mentor Role: The mentor's role is to support students by:
Aiding in the planning and implementation of social & cultural campus or community activities/events
Being an active and reflective listener and offering support and encouragement
Sharing ideas to resolve academic barriers to success
Building rapport with all students in the PASOS Resource Center
Working closely with college navigation and technology; referring students to on-campus resources and advocacy
Encouraging critical thinking, problem-solving, analysis, organization, academic, and personal growth
Supporting students in discovering various types of study and note-taking skills that work best for them
Exploring students' strengths, talents and gifts, and encouraging them to find ways to use them
Exposing students to new opportunities and experiences in reaching their academic goals
Time Commitment:
Supervision/Training:
Individual meetings with supervisor/team
Attendance and participation in CRLA training sessions
Daily Responsibilities:
Greet all students residing in the PASOS Resource Center
Make students aware you are available if they need assistance
Seek out opportunities to meet and mentor students one-on-one
Support data collection and entry for the PASOS Title V Grant
Assist in updating resource information boards and knowledge of UNM Semester Deadline Dates
Maintain a clean and professional work environment
Refer, connect, and help students schedule tutoring appointments via website or tutoring staff
Assist PASOS staff and PASOS Title V Grant initiatives
Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Work-Study eligibility preferred, but not required
Commitment to the process and willingness to give their time and energy to mentoring
Successful completion of first year in college
Ability to attend weekly CRLA training sessions
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong interest in supporting UNM students in their higher educational pursuits
Sophomore standing (30 credit hours or more)
Experience in leadership or mentoring
Previous community or campus involvement (Volunteering, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Government, student organizations, etc.)
Bilingual/Ability to read, write, and communicate in both Spanish and English
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Demonstrated ability to role model and provide examples of personal goal setting and ability to overcome barriers in making academic progress
Effective communication, empathy, and sensitivity skills
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Send application with a resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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