Student Wellness Advocate

2 weeks ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States Lincoln Land Community College Full time
Position Overview

Role Summary

Lincoln Land Community College is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Educator to assist in the development, organization, and execution of programs, events, and training sessions aimed at enhancing student mental health, wellness, and education on interpersonal and sexual violence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct research on potential programs and initiatives for awareness campaigns and training sessions.
  • Support the planning, coordination, and execution of events related to student mental health, wellness, and educational initiatives.
  • Act as a student representative in various committees or taskforce meetings.
  • Facilitate training sessions for students, including Bystander Intervention programs.
  • Promote student mental health initiatives and wellness programs during outreach events.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Institutional Responsibilities
  • Adhere to the mission of LLCC and maintain professional conduct in interactions with students, staff, faculty, and the public.
  • Ensure compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other regulations regarding confidentiality and access to student records.

Work Schedule and Compensation
Students will receive minimum wage, with a flexible work schedule based on availability. Regular office hours may be scheduled Monday through Friday, with additional hours for events as needed. Total working hours will not exceed 20 hours per week.

Qualifications
  • Must maintain satisfactory academic progress.
  • Must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours) during the semester of employment, except for summer term.
  • Complete mandatory harassment prevention training within 30 days of employment.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0 required.
  • Willingness to learn how to support students facing mental health challenges, wellness issues, or experiences of interpersonal and sexual violence.
  • Ability to effectively research issues affecting college students, including mental health and wellness.
  • Strong communication skills to engage with diverse student populations on sensitive topics.
  • Exhibit behavior that aligns with the missions of the Sexual Assault and Violence Education (SAVE) Taskforce and student wellness initiatives.
  • Comfortable with public speaking and engaging in one-on-one conversations with students.
  • Willingness to participate in both in-person and online training sessions.
  • Demonstrate reliability and strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.

Additional Information
If working with minors, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Lincoln Land Community College is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all students, faculty, and staff, and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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