About the role#
City Colleges of Chicago is seeking Student Mentors to support the Wellness Center at Truman College. This role acts as a liaison between wellness staff and the student body. You will help promote a cultural shift regarding mental health on campus and assist peers in navigating available mental health and basic needs resources.
What you'll do#
- Advocate for mental health on campus to reduce stigma.
- Engage with peers to improve awareness of college and community resources.
- Support outreach efforts by developing programming materials and social media content.
- Attend monthly meetings with Wellness Center staff.
- Complete administrative and support tasks for Wellness Center programming.
- Participate in ongoing training regarding mental health services and support.
What you'll need#
- Must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago.
- Enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours of credit classes.
- Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
- High School Diploma or actively pursuing a GED.
- Must be 18 years or older with legal work authorization in the United States.
- Good interpersonal, oral communication, and computer skills.
- Majors in Psychology, Public Health, Communications, Sociology, or Human Resources are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $17.05 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About City Colleges of Chicago
City Colleges of Chicago is a community college system based in Illinois. Founded in 1911, it operates seven colleges and five satellite sites throughout the city. The organization employs over 2,000 staff members and serves more than 80,000 students each year. Its operations include various academic institutions, child development centers, and a radio station.
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