POSITION TITLE: Peer Mentor (part-time)

DEPARTMENT: College Access

PRIMARY LOCATION: Fall River

REPORTS TO: Academic Coordinator, College Access

STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The goal of the Early College Peer Mentor program is to provide dual enrollment students with knowledgeable guides and positive peer role models. Working closely with an Academic Coordinator in College Access, Peer Mentors will serve their fellow students through one-on-one outreach as well as participate in group events for all mentors and mentees. There will also be opportunities to connect with a variety of offices on campus.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, outreach to fellow students through a variety of technological means, attendance and participation in specialized mentor and mentee events and workshops, and presence on campus and/or virtually for the student(s).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist mentees in using the Bristol Mobile App to access information and services.
• Document student interactions on a regular basis in accordance with the reporting process outlined by College Access staff.
• Maintain an understanding of Bristol resources and offices on campus in order to make appropriate referrals to these services.
• Assist in organizing mentoring networking events and other student success workshops as needed; attend events and workshops as requested.
• Meet bi-weekly with an Academic Coordinator to discuss topics such as: outreach documentation, mentoring strategies, mentee questions/concerns/challenges, and updates on Bristol resources.
• Keep all information on students confidential; adhere to FERPA.
• Attend all training sessions and meetings.
• Submit electronic timesheet in Self Service Time & Attendance (SSTA) weekly, or paper timesheet, if required for payroll purposes.
• Focus on customer service best practices when working with Bristol community members, including faculty, staff, and students.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all required qualifications must be met by date of hire.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a currently enrolled Bristol Community College student in good academic standing.
• Must have completed at least one semester at Bristol.
• Must have completed the online New Student Orientation.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to explain concepts to others clearly.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the Fall River campus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated familiarity with Bristol resources available to students.
• Experience working with college students and/or the communities we serve.
• Ability to communicate in a language in addition to English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee must meet the physical demands and work environment of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

POSITION STATUS: This is a part-time, non-unit, non-benefitted position. Peer mentors may work up to a maximum of 10 hours per week during the school year.

Peer Mentors are hired on an as needed basis.

SALARY: $15.50 an hour.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

Bristol Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, TitleVII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Title IX & Equity Compliance Officer, Gia Sanchez at diversitytitleix@bristolcc.edu or 774.357.2264; the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination; the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.