Student Success Center Peer Mentor (Work Study)

Job Title Student Success Center Peer Mentor (Work Study) General Description

This is a student position responsible for providing mentorship to assigned students. Responsible for working with faculty, staff, and other students in order to provide support and guidance to mentees and to increase their campus connections. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Job Duties

1.Mentors assigned students by providing personalized support and guidance.

2.Meets with each mentee a minimum of once per week for one hour.

3.Increases mentees' campus connections through involvement in campus organizations and familiarizing them with campus resources.

4.Assists students with their personal and academic goals, including but not limited to helping students improve study skills, time management, exploring the importance of campus and community involvement, personal decision making, and conflict resolution skills.

5.Ensures completion of mentor and mentee guided activities to assist in relationship development.

6.Compiles reports for the purpose of monitoring and evaluating program activities.

7.Attends bi-weekly team mentor meetings.

8.Attends all training sessions as necessary.

9.Remains committed to the program and maintains communication with program staff and assigned students.

10. Assists in mentee file and record maintenance.

11. May assist staff in routine clerical duties and responsibilities.

12. May assist with special events and projects as assigned.

13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

• Ability to understand and follow instructions.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty, staff, and students.

• Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

• Ability to demonstrate dependability.

Required Qualifications

The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

No direct experience is required. Training will be provided.

For this position, applicants must have a minimum of a 2.75 cumulative GPA and be in their second year or higher at SFA.

Students must be eligible for work-study. Please contact the Financial Aid office at 936-468-2403 or finaid@sfasu.edu to determine if you are work-study eligible before applying.

Preferred Qualifications

As a Peer Mentor, you will assist other Lumberjacks in developing the necessary skills for academic and social success by providing guidance and support.Peer Mentors showcase a high level of integrity and commitment to the university and their academic endeavors.

Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility

A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA2024-035 Number of Vacancies n/a Posting Open Date 02/06/2024 Review Start Date Posting Close Date Work Schedule Some flexibility with weekly meetings based on mentor/mentee availability; mandatory flexible trainings, bi-weekly team meetings, and monthly socials. Min Pay Rate $10.00/hour Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11190

Department Information

Department Student Success Center Contact Name Kat Thompson Contact Phone (936)468-5804 Contact Email Kathleen.Thompson@sfasu.edu Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.