IDEAL Circle of Support Leader SW

Description

The role of a Circle of Support leader is to support IDEAL students in achieving their academic and behavioral goals, and to serve as a leader within that student's particular group of peer mentors.

May be eligble for Federal Work Study.

• Meet weekly with assigned IDEAL student(s) to help with planning and organising of assignments and goals
• Complete the "Meeting Notes" tab after each student's weekly meeting
• Train peer mentor group on strategies to promote IDEAL students' success
• Communicate effectively with peers through Group Me. Keep the group informed and address concerns or questions that arise
• Complete data sheet 1x per month
• Meet w/ IDEAL staff 1x per month to assess student progress
• Attend initial training at the start of the semester
• Log all hours worked via UKG Pro/Kronos, typically 1-2 hrs/week per IDEAL student

• At least one semester of experience as a volunteer peer mentor
• Comfortability working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Ability to problem-solve difficult situations to independently find a solution
• Creativity, empathy, & patience

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