Federal Study - Peer Mentor, AAPI

Federal Work Study - Peer Mentor, AAPI

San Bernardino Community College District – San Bernardino Valley College and Crafton Hills College

The Peer Mentor will play an essential role in supporting the AAPI Tatayan Cohort and Pasefika Student Union Club by fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes student success. The peer mentor will provide mentorship, plan and facilitate activities, and conduct regular check‑ins to enhance student engagement.

• Peer Mentorship: Provide one‑on‑one and group mentorship to members of the AAPI Tatayan Cohort; share personal experiences and offer guidance on academic, social, and personal challenges.
• Weekly Check‑Ins: Conduct regular meetings to monitor progress, offer encouragement, and share resources.
• Activity Planning and Facilitation: Collaborate with team members to plan and lead engaging cohort activities and events; promote cultural awareness and community building through event participation.
• Presentations and Workshops: Develop and present workshops or informational sessions related to student success, cultural identity, and leadership development.
• Administrative Support: Track student attendance, participation, and engagement in cohort activities; assist with program assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Community Engagement: Represent the AAPI Tatayan Cohort and Pasefika Student Union Club at campus and community events; foster a sense of belonging by connecting students with campus resources.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Support the program coordinator and team with additional responsibilities as needed.

• Students must be in possession of a Federal Work Study award letter for the current academic year.
• Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 units.
• Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Students must take a current TB test.
• Students must successfully pass a live scan screening before employment.
• Students must exhibit excellent customer service skills and willingness to assist students and staff.
• Students must be able to follow directions and carry out the duties as assigned.
• Students must have familiarity with AAPI and Pasefika cultural values and experiences.
• Students must have previous experience in mentorship, leadership, or event coordination roles.

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Job Function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

The work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.

Physical: The primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; the ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods, occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull light to moderate weight up to 25 pounds; operating office equipment with repetitive hand movement; and verbal communication to exchange information.

Vision: Vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; ability to operate assigned equipment.

Hearing: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Please contact Ula Matavao via email at umatavao to schedule an interview after you submit your application.