Peer Support - Wellness Center (Part-Time)

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 hours pre-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 of Chicago academic restrictions * Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago * All positions are "employment at-will" Duties and Responsibilities: * Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Peer Support provides support, guidance and serves as a role model for other students as they transition to college life.

* As an extension of the Wellness Center, the Peer Support explains CCC systems to interested students; helps students become aware of college resources; and refers students to appropriate college resources.

* Provides academic, emotional, and social support to students experiencing stress or other personal challenges.

* Assists with setting goals and works toward accomplishing each.

* Advocates for assigned students, as necessary.

* Attends Peer Support training sessions as required.

Must work within the scope of the training and make appropriate referrals to licensed professionals when necessary.

* Lead and/or participate in outreach events on mental health awareness, 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 pantry patrons each visit.

* Records interactions and submits reports to assigned supervisor as required.

* Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Service Excellence Standards.

Minimum Qualifications: * High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago * Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago, student activities, college resources and student services; knowledge of specific major or program * Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and ease in relating to people from a variety of educational, cultural and social 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 action employer.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

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