LEAD Peer Mentor - Hourly Position

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Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students Position Title: LEAD Peer Mentor - Hourly Position Job Category: Student Hourly Job Profile: Student Help Job Summary: Job Description: LEAD Peer Mentor 2025-2026 Department Employer UWSP Diversity and College Access Location Student Success Center, SSC 220 1108 Fremont St Stevens Point, WI 54481 Supervisor Tana De Lonay, Student Success Coordinator Supervisor Contact Info [email protected] | 715-346-2061 Program Info LEAD First Year Experience Summer Bridge Program Positions Available 10 Mentor Positions Open Schedule & Compensation 5 Hours Per Week @ $14 / Hour *Work Study OR Non-Work Study Eligible Quest Job Info https://mypoint.uwsp.edu/sieo/sieo005/employer/job.aspx?jobid=33405 Job ID: 33405 Application Deadline Friday, February 14th, 2025 Application Instructions To apply for this position, please send a resume and an additional document explaining why you would like to be a mentor. Please email these documents to Student Success Coordinator, Tana De Lonay at [email protected] with the subject line, 2025-2026 LEAD Mentor Application. DCA Department Mission The primary mission of Diversity and College Access (DCA) is to improve the retention and graduation rates for African American, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American and LGBTQ+ students. DCA connects these students to on and off campus resources and supports pre-college programs for low-income, first generation and academically at-risk high school students. DCA Department Vision To provide a safe space for all students. LEAD Program Summary LEAD is a FREE year-long program that is focused on increasing first-year undergraduate students’ sense of belonging at UWSP. The program is aimed at providing a supportive community that promotes student success by getting first-year undergraduate students ahead and ready to start their college careers. It focuses on campus resources, transitioning into college, student success skills, social and enrichment activities, and the development of future campus leaders. LEAD Peer Mentor Responsibilities: Interact with approximately 100 first-year low-income and/or first-generation students during the week before the Fall 2025 semester. Mentor approximately 10 incoming students individually. Plan and attend regularly scheduled recreational activities and trips. Gather necessary equipment and supplies. Escort students to activities. Facilitate and lead group discussions. Observe required procedures and enforce program and University rules. Respond to medical emergencies and manage unexpected occurrences. Demonstrate responsible leadership to ensure program goals are met. Track and complete required reports, cash, receipts, supplies, and equipment promptly at the program’s end. Attend all meetings and mandatory training/orientation before the program begins. 2025-2026 LEAD Schedule: Mandatory Training: April (Spring 2025) - In Person Mandatory Training: July (Summer 2025) - In Person OR Via Zoom Summer Bridge Program Week: 08/23/2025 - 08/28/2025 (Fall 2025) During 2025-2026 Academic Year: 5 Hours / Week; *Min. 1 Hour / Week In-Person @ Student Success Center LEAD Peer Mentor Qualifications: Must work the full duration of the program. Must be enrolled full-time for both 2025-2026 Fall/Spring Semesters. Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Sophomore standing or higher. Knowledgeable about UWSP Campus (Academic resources, residential life, campus activities, etc.). Demonstrate a level of maturity and responsibility. Ability to work with small groups as well as one-on-one. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team. Willingness to learn and communicate new information to others. Ability to address sensitive concerns of students and parents professionally, tactfully, and confidentially. Ability to motivate and encourage others. Flexible, outgoing, personable personality. Flexibility to adapt to changes in the schedule. LEAD Peer Mentor Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of residence hall policy/experience enforcing policy. Certification in first aid, CPR, and emergency procedures. Identifies as a student of color, LGBTQ+ self-identifying students, low-income, and/or first-generation students. Experience working in Camp Counselor positions. Knowledge of DCA and its centers, staff, operations, etc. Key Job Responsibilities: Department: Compensation: Required Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Education: How to Apply: Contact Information: Special Notes: Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com. Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or [email protected]. The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. EEO Statement: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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