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Graduate Assistant

4 months ago

Reno, Nevada, United States University of Nevada, Reno Full time


Graduate Assistant - Mental Health Outreach

R0143132

University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at or For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at

Job Description

Counseling Services at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a dedicated and passionate Graduate Assistant to work 20 hours per week. The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Director for Outreach and Community Relations and the Administrative Assistant 4 - Outreach Support Specialist to enhance mental health awareness on campus.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a graduate student pursuing a degree in a mental health-related field, such as Clinical Psychology, Counseling and Educational Psychology, Social Work, Community Health Sciences, and Public Health.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and Deliver Workshops:
    • Design, develop, and facilitate interactive and engaging workshops aimed at teaching essential skills for improving mental well-being.
    • Tailor content to address the unique needs and challenges faced by the campus community, ensuring the workshops are informative and impactful.

  • Provide Mental Health Support:
    • Offer one-on-one mental health support and guidance during Let's Talk drop-in consultations.
    • Utilize your skills to provide immediate assistance, address concerns, and connect students with appropriate resources for ongoing support.

  • Participate in Outreach Events:
    • Actively engage in campus outreach events to promote mental health awareness.
    • Collaborate with other departments and student organizations to plan, organize, and execute events that highlight the importance of mental health and well-being.

  • Create Informative Materials:
    • Develop, design, and distribute a variety of educational materials for Counseling Services outreach events.
    • Ensure the materials are accurate, visually appealing, and effectively communicate key mental health messages to the campus community.

  • Coordinate Peer Educator Program:
    • Oversee the mental health peer educator program by utilizing the Certified Peer Educator structure established by the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA).
    • Recruit, train, and mentor peer educators to effectively deliver mental health programming and support their peers.

  • Assist with Office Coverage:
    • Provide coverage and support at the outreach satellite office located in Great Basin Hall.
    • Assist students seeking services, and ensure a welcoming and professional environment for all visitors.
Required Qualifications
  • Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno
  • To be eligible for an assistantship, candidate must:
    • Be admitted to a degree-granting program and maintain good academic standing with an overall GPA of at least 3.0.
    • Be continuously enrolled in at least 6 graduate-level credits level) throughout the assistantship.

  • Candidate must be confident in public speaking with excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Candidate must be proficient in software tools such as Zoom, Canva, and PowerPoint.
  • Candidate must have the ability to complete tasks with creativity, independence, and initiative, while maintaining accountability to report to the supervisor regularly.
  • Candidate must have the ability to professionally represent Counseling Services through effective communication and collaboration within the center, the Student Services Division, the university community, and the public.
Compensation Grade

Graduate Assistant

Why Join Us?:

Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in mental health programming and outreach.

Mentorship: Work closely with experienced professionals in the field of mental health.

Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in promoting mental health and well-being on campus.

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values your contributions.

Department Information

The University of Nevada, Reno is a dynamic and inclusive institution committed to promoting mental health and well-being on campus. We offer a supportive environment for students to grow personally and professionally. Join our Counseling Services team and contribute to meaningful mental health awareness initiatives that make a difference in our campus community.

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
50.0%

Required Attachment(s)

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Resume/CV - (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

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Contact Information for Two References - (required) Please include name, contact information, and relationship.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

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HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

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For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

About Us

The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading American public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.

Classified by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 ("Very High Research") university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the "Best National Universities" and "Best National Public Universities." It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' "Top Colleges for Economic Diversity."

Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada's first medical school - the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine - and it delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics.

The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. In recent years, the University has expanded to include two additional locations: the Redfield Campus in south Reno and the Wayne L. Prim campus in Incline Village, which is the home of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe.

As part of the Nevada System of Higher Education - comprised of two research universities, one state college, four community colleges and an environmental research institute - the University is committed to developing strong partnerships with each of these institutions for the benefit of all Nevadans.

Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its nearly 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world.

The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement - all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.

For more information, please visit the University's website.

University of Nevada, Reno

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Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the State of Nevadas land grant institution with a statewide mission and presence. The University of Nevada, Reno is a Carnegie I Research Institution and has been recognized as a "Top Tier" Best National University by U.S. News & World Report. With an enrollment of nearly 21,000 students we offer 145 Tier 1 accredited degree programs. Located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows the University of Nevada, Reno is surrounded by numerous state and national parks, is 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, and four hours from San Francisco.

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.

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