Intern, Peer OutreachDepartment: Financial Aid AdminLocation: Western Campus Reports To: Assoc. Dean, Social Sciences Recruitment Type: Internal Requisition ID: req4463 Employment Type: Student Union Position: Non-Union Work Schedule: M-W-W 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.Number of Openings: 0 Job Description: SUMMARYInterns will work with their supervisors and othermembers of the Institute and Student Affairs personnel to conduct peer-to-peeroutreach. They will staff tables at student events, serve as speakers instudent club meetings, and work to extend the reach of the Needs Met? marketing campaign. By working closely with social workers, campus-based foodpantries, and the Student Life offices to promote these services, the internswill have the opportunity to increase their skills in communication, teamwork,and leadership.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Preparing displays and materials for use at outreach events
- Staffing information tables at student or community events and interacting with attendees to these events to extend the reach of the program
- Assisting with student focus groups and surveys, and speaking/presenting to student clubs
- Interviewing students about their experiences with college support services to ensure alignment of services to meet the student's needs
- Develop competencies in communication, equity and inclusion and teamwork
- Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
- Current student attending Tri-C
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Ability and willingness to communicate and interact with peers about the Needs Met? campaign
- Interest in social science research and/or data collection and analysis
- Ability to speak in public and present to an audience
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in sensitive situations
- Possess sensitivity to appropriately understand and respond to the needs of a diverse population
COMPETENCIESCRITICAL COMPETENCIES
- Communication
- Service Focus
- Collaboration
VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
- Continuous Improvement
- Quality of Work
IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
- Adaptability
- Time Utilization
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS(The demands described here are representative of those thatmust be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions ofthis job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
- The work is performed in a normal, professional environment;
- The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;
- Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. While at events, there will be walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.;
- Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite
EQUALOPPORTUNITY STATEMENTCuyahoga Community College is committed toattaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified anddiverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equalemployment/educational opportunity institution.Special Note:Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.