Student Worker Peer Mentor
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Part-Time
Student Employment Opportunity:Palmer Academic Success Services (PASS) Peer Mentor
**This position is for current Palmer College of Chiropractic students only.
Function:
The Palmer Academic Success Services (PASS) Peer Mentor conducts engaging group or individual sessions for first and second-trimester students in addition to transfer or returning students. Peer Mentors develop an enduring trusting relationship with students and help them:
Navigate the transition into the Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program with confidence and clarity
Develop effective study strategies and life skills to implement within the classroom and outside of the classroom as students work toward individual academic and personal goals
Become more involved on campus by referring them to appropriate department workshops and/or campus resources.
Organizational Relationship:
Responsible to the department of Student Academic Support Centers PASS program for successful performance of assigned duties.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Offer guidance and support to individuals who need help
- Assist individuals in developing important academic and life skills
- Provide advice and assistance with Time Management Study Habits Peer Create and maintain a safe and supportive environment for participants
- relationships and networking etc.
- Help individuals build their self-confidence and resilience
- Offer a listening ear and provide emotional support
- Facilitate group discussions and activities for New Students
- As Federal Work study students Peer Mentors must submit accurate timesheets that comply with policies and procedures of Financial Planning and Student Academic Support. Students will be paid for hours worked and approved by the PASS supervisor.
- All work study students are expected to act as an employee of the college. Students must report on time for scheduled shifts note what work was performed in Paycom on each session report illness or absences to supervisor and fellow leaders in a timely manner and follow all department and college policies. Any deviation will result in termination and possible ethics charges.
Desired Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and completion of the course(s) with which they will be assisting
- Positive attitude self-motivated and highly responsible
- Must be able to attend Peer Mentortraining and Meetings
- Familiar with college resources and policies to help refer students to the right service
- Experience mentoring other students but other highly qualified students could be considered
Disclaimer: A students length of participation in the Student Employment Program will be from the date of hire until termination either by student supervisor or Office of Financial Planning and not to exceed the students enrollment at Palmer College of Chiropractic.
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