Posting Details
Position Information
Position Headcount
2
Position Title
Wellness Peer Educator
Organizational Unit
SE – Fitness and Recreation Services
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Undergrad
Average number of hours per week
Up to 10 Hrs
Desired Start Date
08/14/2023
Projected End Date
12/31/2023
Anticipated Pay Range
$15.50-$15.50
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?
Orange
FWS Account Code
503015-Work Study
Job Number
STU10702122
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Wellness and Recreation team manages multiple fitness and recreation facilities and coordinates a variety of on- and off-campus recreation and wellness education programming. Along with professional staff and graduate assistants, the Wellness Peer Educator is responsible for coordinating services, resources, and programs related to holistic wellness education for students. All Wellness Peer Educators are members of the Department of Student Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Actively participate in peer educator training and certification programs as required.
- Assist with the development and implementation of in-person outreach and educational events related to a variety of wellness topics, including but not limited to physical and mental health, use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs, and managing stress and sleep in a college environment.
- Participate in training and then develop audience-appropriate educational outreach for others on holistic wellness, including emotional, intellectual, physical, social, environmental, financial, and spiritual wellness.
- Assist in the development and distribution of program materials, including distributing flyers and publicity as well as representing the Dean of Students Office at events and brief presentations.
- Help the Peer Educator team research, plan, develop, and implement campus-wide awareness and education passive campaigns through print, social media, and other means of communication.
- Staff tabling events throughout the year to promote awareness of healthy behaviors.
- Conduct outreach to various student organizations to create opportunities for collaboration on educational outreach to their members.
- Educate Chapman students about high-risk drinking, drug use, substance use, recovery and active bystander intervention in a positive and nonjudgmental manner.
- Assist with the planning and implementation of engaging educational outreach during major campus events/activities during high-risk times such as Orientation, Welcome Week, Labor Day Weekend, Halloween, Undie Run, Interterm, Spring Break, and graduation weekend.
- Act as a role model and positive voice on campus in promoting greater health-conscious attitudes and challenging campus social norms where appropriate.
- Assist with program assessment, including contributing to the development of an end-of-year report.
- Assist with administrative work, including data management, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Qualifications
Required
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certified through the end of the academic year. If an applicant is not already certified, certification will be coordinated by the Department of Student Engagement upon employment.
- Dependability and accountability
- Ability to exercise initiative and work independently when needed
- Ability to speak publicly in a positive, engaging, interactive, and nonjudgmental manner
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Ability to conduct research on health topics and creatively convey information to peers
- Commitment to teamwork and collaboration and ability be both a leader and supportive team member
- Time management skills and punctuality
- Ability to or willingness to learn how to write professional emails and develop audience-appropriate messaging.
- Ability to manage conflict and apply feedback to work performance
- Attention to detail and ability to accept direction
- Positive image and tidy appearance
- Ability to use standard office equipment including computer, copier, telephones
- Work study students only
- Minimum of a 2.5 GPA
Desired Qualifications
Qualifications
Desired
- Demonstrated passion in health, wellness and fitness
- Previous experience with event planning at Chapman University
- Familiarity with departments and organizations at Chapman
- Demonstrated desire to learn
- Knowledge of or experience with campus policies and procedures
Special Instructions to Applicants
Start Date:
The start date and required training dates will be confirmed on an individual basis when an offer of employment is made.
Time Commitment
- Mandatory training August 14-16, 2023
- Ability to work 10 hours per week as necessary in Fall and Spring semesters.
- Late night, early morning, and weekend hours are sometimes required.
- Interterm work may be available but is not required.
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/30769
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