Senior SAS Peer Mentor

Department Information

Bridgewater State University is committed to ensuring all individuals have equal access to its programs, services, and community. Should a student experience a barrier to full participation related to an impactful diagnosis, they are encouraged to collaborate with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to explore accommodations and resources can help them achieve their goals.

SAS is comprised of Professional Staff, Graduate Assistants, and Student Employees committed to a shared mission and vision:

* Our mission is to empower students with disabilities to access their university experience through advocacy and accommodation.

* Our vision is an accessible, connected campus that celebrates all identities and experiences of the BSU Community

We are looking for all applicants who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

Position Information

The Peer Mentoring Program is designed to assist students working with Student Accessibility Services in developing skills that can assist with a positive transition to life in college. The positive connection between mentor and mentee can enhance a student's college experience by assisting in social skill development and creating opportunities to promote social growth & connections on campus. The Peer Mentoring Program also provides mentors with the opportunity to establish strong leadership skills that can promote personal growth in their academics and careers.

In this role, the candidate will have the opportunity to:

* Host weekly/bi-weekly mentoring sessions with their assigned mentee(s), customizing approach to meet the needs and goals of the mentee(s).

* Provide mentorship to new mentors by offering guidance, modeling best practices, and supporting their development in the role.

* Provide passive programming and other support as needed to students in the office.

* Collaborate with fellow mentors to coordinate "mentee meet-ups" to promote social skill development.

* Co-facilitate events hosted by Student Accessibility Services.

* Share familiarity with various campus resources, connecting mentees to those resources as appropriate.

* Assist students in identifying challenges related to their college experience and provide tools to help support effective and appropriate problem-solving.

* Participate in supervision, assigned training and scheduled staff meetings.

* Maintain supportive and open communication with students while upholding professional boundaries.

* Communicate regularly with their supervisor to provide updates on the status of their assigned mentees & document mentoring sessions.

* Accurately maintain and submit time sheet.

* Serve as a role model for incoming BSU students by displaying a positive approach to university life.

* Facilitate small group and one-on-one training about topics relevant to accessibility, equity, advocacy, and inclusion at Bridgewater State University and beyond.

* Actively advance a culture of accessibility, inclusivity, disability rights & advocacy throughout the Bridgewater State University community.

* Complete other duties as assigned.