AY24-25 SAS Peer Mentor (Non-Work Study)

Bridgewater State University, United States

Updated: about 9 hours ago
Location: Bridgewater, MASSACHUSETTS
Deadline: 28 Oct 2024

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Position Information


Title AY24-25 SAS Peer Mentor (Non-Work Study)
Position Description
Department Information
Bridgewater State University is committed to ensuring all individuals have equal access to its programs, services, and community. Should a student experience a barrier to full participation related to a documented diagnosis, they should collaborate with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to explore what services or resources can help them achieve their goals.
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is one of four departments located within the Academic Achievement Center (AAC), the largest hub of student academic support services at Bridgewater State University. SAS is comprised of Professional Staff, Graduate Assistants, and Undergraduate Student Employees committed to a singular mission with a shared vision and values:
  • Our mission is to empower students to access a meaningful university experience and become well-informed self-advocates.
  • Our vision is to bring together the BSU Community to reduce barriers and foster an inclusive and accessible experience for all.
  • Our values: Empower advocates. Promote equality. Enrich community.
  • We dedicate each day to student success and retention, as well as equity, diversity, and inclusion.


Position Information
The Peer Mentoring Program is designed to assist students working with Student Accessibility Services in developing skills that can assist with a positive transition to life in college. The positive connection between mentor and mentee can enhance a student’s college experience by assisting in social skill development and creating opportunities to promote social growth & connections on campus. The Peer Mentoring Program also provides mentors with the opportunity to establish strong leadership skills that can promote personal growth in their academics and careers.
In this role, the candidate will have the opportunity to:
  • Host weekly/bi-weekly mentoring sessions with their assigned mentee(s), customizing approach to meet the needs and goals of the mentee(s).
  • Collaborate with fellow mentors to coordinate “mentee meet-ups" to promote social skill development.
  • Plan and co-host monthly mentee exclusive events.
  • Co-facilitate SAS events open to the BSU community.
  • Share familiarity with various campus resources, connecting mentees to those resources as appropriate.
  • Assist students in identifying challenges related to their college experience and provide tools to help support effective and appropriate problem-solving.
  • Participate in bi-weekly supervision, assigned training and scheduled staff meetings.
  • Maintain supportive and open communication with students while upholding professional boundaries.
  • Communicate regularly with peer mentoring coordinator to provide updates on the status of their assigned mentees & document mentoring sessions.
  • Accurately maintain and submit time sheet.
  • Serve as a role model for incoming BSU students by displaying a positive approach to university life.
  • Facilitate small group and one-on-one training about topics relevant to accessibility, equity, advocacy, and inclusion at Bridgewater State University and beyond.
  • Actively advance a culture of accessibility, inclusivity, disability rights & advocacy throughout the Bridgewater State University community.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • Current matriculated status at Bridgewater State University
  • Successful completion of at least two semesters as a student at BSU.
  • Knowledgeable of campus resources and student services, as well as how to access them.
  • Good academic standing.
  • Familiar with Black Board, Infobear, Outlook, Microsoft Teams and other related BSU platforms
  • Experience with and an ongoing commitment to working effectively with and across diverse communities, including specific experience with one or more of the following identities/communities: People with both visible and invisible disabilities, people of color, minoritized groups and immigrant populations, people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions, first-generation students, people from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
  • Energy, enthusiasm, self-direction, patience, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse student/faculty/staff/community population.
  • Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
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    Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience in working with individuals with disabilities.
    • Experience in a related position such as camp counselor, orientation leader, resident assistant, etc.
    • Member of Student Accessibility Services, Access Advocates, CPDC, Best Buddies or other related organization/department on campus
    • Active participant in campus events, clubs, sports, etc.
    • Completed Student Kognito Training offered through the Wellness Center.
    • Utilizes resources offered by the Student Accessibility Services and Academic Achievement Center
    Physical Demands
    Special Conditions for Eligibility
    Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.
    EEO Statement
    Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.
    Hourly Rate 15.00

    Posting Detail Information


    Posting Number Stu04536P
    Open Date
    Close Date 10/28/2024
    Open Until Filled No
    Special Instructions to Applicants

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