Work Study Peer Educator

Position Information

Title

Position Description

BSU Peer Educators are a group of undergraduate students who work in the Alcohol and Drug Program at the Wellness Center. They offer educational fun interactive programs and events addressing alcohol/other drug issues, addiction, and recovery to reduce risk for a substance use disorder.

• Develop and implement specialized alcohol/drug education and related health campaigns.
• Actively participate in all scheduled BSU Peer Educator team meetings during the semester. The BSU Peer Educator meeting time will be determined based on schedules.
• Provide supervisor with hours of availability and notify of changes in schedule.
• Complete weekly office hour(s).
• Assist with presenting alcohol and drug education programs to campus groups or at tables.
• Promote BSU Peer Educators on campus by being involved and demonstrating enthusiasm and pride in the program.
• Complete all paperwork on time, meeting deadlines and requests.
• Have the opportunity to attend regional and national conferences to share our ideas and gain knowledge from other schools.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package.

• Strong time management skills and ability to self-motivate and work independently once provided instruction.
• Previous experience with volunteer work, internship(s), job(s) and/or other community involvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and other students.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to convey ideas and information with other peers, supervisor and campus community.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Seeking experience working with peers in a leadership capacity.

Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

$15.00 per hour

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Ann Doyle
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