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NEXT Steps Peer Mentor - $8.50/hour

Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2025

Position Summary

The NEXT Steps program is seeking to hire peer mentors for the next academic year starting in the Fall semester. NEXT Steps is an integrated educational program that offers educational experiences for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Check out messiah.edu / nextsteps to learn more about the program.

Peer mentors will have a variety of different roles that are dependent upon the students’ unique schedules and experiences. Peer mentors may attend classes, help students engage in campus life, assist students with coursework, and build relationships through group activities. At times, peer mentors may be asked to serve programming that could take place in the evenings and on weekends.

Major Preferred Experience Required None Experience Preferred Students with mentoring experience and / or experience working with individuals with disabilities. Skills, Characteristics Required for Position

  • desire to help and support students with intellectual disability and developmental disabilities
  • enjoy working with others
  • be flexible and adaptable
  • be willing to grow and learn
  • demonstrate patience, kindness, and empathy
  • model good behavior
  • good written and verbal communication skills
  • effective time management skills Dress Code Requirements N / A Special Working Conditions N / A Background Check Required Yes Primary Duties 1. Provide in-class support by attending classes with Next Step students; this includes supporting with time management, prioritization, and organization.

2. Assisting students with the completion of modified course assignments and navigating Canvas

3. Assist and support students in programs by engaging in campus social life

4. Assist students with self-advocacy when communicating with faculty, staff, and peers

5. Provide informational and emotional support as students transition into and / or encounter barriers to their college experience

6. Participate in training activities as planned by the NEXT Steps Director

7. Abide by FERPA to protect student confidentiality

8. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance

9. Be a friend

Salary : $9

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