Extra Help Assistant - Peer Prevention Coach-4

Extra Help Assistant
- Peer Prevention Coach

The Extra Help Assistant
- Peer Prevention Coach supports grant-funded campus prevention and wellness initiatives through educational programming, outreach, resource distribution, Narcan awareness, data collection and reporting, and promotion of wellness and belonging.

This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Required Education and/or

Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• General knowledge and experience with movement-based activities.

Preferred Education and/or

Experience:

• Currently enrolled at UA Little Rock or actively pursuing their education at UA Little Rock.

• Connect directly with fellow students during campus events, movement-based activities, and pop-up tabling events to share prevention and mental wellness resources, Narcan information in an approachable, relatable way.
• Assist with assembling, stocking, and distributing prevention resources, educational materials, and wellness kits at high traffic campus locations and recreation areas.
• Partner with staff leads to help facilitate interactive wellness workshops, physical activity sessions, and campus safety demonstrations tailored to student groups.
• Serve as a visible, trusted student ambassador for campus prevention, actively promoting positive coping mechanisms, and available campus community wellness resources and networks.
• Record participation numbers and resource distribution metrics after outreach events, while sharing valuable feedback from the student body to help shape future grant activities.
• Attend team meetings and training sessions to help brainstorm creative outreach ideas, social media campaigns, and engaging wellness events that resonate with students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of university life, student culture, and the support services available across campus;
• General interest in or knowledge of physical fitness, outdoor recreation, strength training, and active lifestyle habits;
• Understanding of how to approach sensitive topics with empathy, respect, and zero judgement;
• Skilled at speaking comfortably with peers, breaking down safety information into easy to understand terms;
• Ability to listen attentively to fellow students, validate their experiences, and guide them to appropriate resources;
• Practical skill in hosting pop up tables, organizing resource distribution displays, and assisting with active wellness events;
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively alongside staff leads, fellow peer coaches, and campus partners.;
• Skilled at accurately recording activity logs, resource distribution counts, and event participant numbers;
• Ability to build instant rapport, trust, and approachable connections with a wide variety of student groups;
• Ability to bring high energy, enthusiasm, and a welcoming attitude to physical wellness activities and campus prevention outreach;
• Ability to follow through on assigned outreach shifts and handle resources responsibly;
• Ability to stay flexible and confident during dynamic campus prevention events, outdoor activities, or shifting event schedules;
• Ability to model positive, safe, and healthy choices while representing the Prevention Through Strength Grant program.

Salary Information: $1,000.00 stipend

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:

Recruitment Contact Information:
Emily Orr, Counseling Services Administrative Specialist III, eorr

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check, and/or drug screening.

Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or…