Federal Study - Wellness

Position: Federal Work Study - Wellness

About ECC

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work

Schedule

10 - 20 hours per week

Ability to flex schedule to meet department needs

Rate of Pay / Benefits

This is a Part-Time student worker position with the following pay rate per hour: $15.00

Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Grant Funded

Yes

Job Summary

Wellness Peer Educator

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Enrolled at ECC
• Good academic standing
• Student Work eligible (must complete FAFSA)
• Committed to the PEERS program and to working for at least two consecutive semesters
• The ideal candidate is either pursuing a degree in Human Services, Psychology, or Sociology and/or has a strong interest in creating a community that promotes mental health awareness and provides students with the tools they need to succeed.
• Creative, outgoing individual that likes to work in a collaborative environment
• Good written and oral communication and customer service skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and Canva; professional office skills
• Resume and reference list required

Essential Duties

• Attend all trainings and meetings for peer education programming.
• Create promotional and educational materials and displays.
• Develop marketing materials and promote awareness, events, workshops, and seminars.
• Maintain social media calendar and social media postings and engagement.
• Help develop and facilitate peer education groups and provide 1-1 peer education and support.
• Provide resources and referrals.
• Speak to classrooms about student support and community resources.
• Network with faculty, staff, and other campus groups to create opportunities for mental health awareness and education programming.
• Serve as student chair on the Wellness Advisory Committee.
• Co-establish and participate in the NAMI on Campus Club.
• Assist in recruiting peer support leaders for the following year.
• Maintain confidentiality where needed.

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands

Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally or 10 lbs frequently)

Visual Acuity

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, ECC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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