LINKS Peer Mentor

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Business Title LINKS Peer Mentor

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Number  STD Department Summary Housed within Signature Academic Experiences, the LINKS program is a first-year student support program that helps students navigate their transition to Ohio University and develop meaningful connections with peers, campus resources, academic interests, and potential career pathways. LINKS emphasizes well‑being, campus engagement, personal development, academic and professional development, and a sense of belonging within the Bobcat community.

Every LINKS student is paired with a returning‑student peer mentor who provides individualized peer support and maintains regular contact throughout the academic year. The LINKS Peer Mentor position contributes to this mission by serving as a positive peer role model and a supportive point of connection for first‑year students. Peer Mentors help students navigate their transition to college, identify and connect with appropriate campus resources, explore academic and career interests, participate in program activities, and build meaningful connections within the OHIO community.

Peer Mentors work under the supervision of the LINKS Assistant Director and collaborate with the LINKS team to support student engagement and success.

Job Profile Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Offers academic and/or well‑being support to fellow students, helping them navigate academic, social, or personal challenges. Responsibilities may include providing peer counseling, resources, and referrals to other campus services.

Level Summary Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry‑level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers. Fiscal Responsibilities:
No budgetary responsibility. Problem Solving:
Addresses routine, well‑defined problems under supervision. Independence of Action:
Works under close supervision. Communication and

Collaboration:

Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.

Enrolled for classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post‑secondary education institution, or a secondary school during the current semester, immediate previous semester, or immediate upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements.

Ability to balance academic responsibilities with employment and leadership commitments. Previous LINKS mentee, experience as a peer mentor, leadership, student organization, resident assistant, orientation, student employment, or other student‑support role.

Work may include individual or group contact with assigned LINKS students, participation in required team meetings or trainings, program activities, student outreach, resource navigation, and…