Community Service Worker, FWS

Lindenwood University; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindenwood University is seeking a Community Service Worker, Student Employee (Federal Work Study) to support community partners and student development.

The role provides meaningful service experiences, mentorship opportunities, and exposure to nonprofit operations, with duties ranging from tutoring to program support. Ideal for undergraduates packaged with FWS funds.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at Lindenwood University.
• Packaged with Federal Work Study (FWS) funding through Student Financial Services (SFS).
• Satisfactory background screening required prior to placement.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Tutoring and mentorship to assigned community partners.
• Caregiving and direct client interaction.
• Community engagement and fundraising support.
• Volunteer and event coordination; create promotional materials.
• Support operational and administrative activities.

Skills

Diverse populations communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Highly organized

Professional integrity

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Currently enrolled at Lindenwood University

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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JOB TITLE SUMMARY

Job Title: Community Service Worker, Student Employee (Federal Work Study)

Job Code: 17428

Scheduled Weekly Hours: Maximum of 20 hours per week

Job Week Assignment: 36 weeks per year

Rate of Pay: $15.00 per hour

Work Cycle: Monday two weeks prior to the start of fall semester through graduation

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Revision Date: 8.31.2026

Job Summary

The community service worker, student employee (Federal Work Study) position is available to undergraduate students who have been packaged with Federal Work Study (FWS) through Student Financial Services (SFS). Eligible students may obtain community service/enrichment-oriented positions at authorized off-campus agencies. The community service student employee will engage in meaningful community service functions and develop important professional skills under the leadership of strong mentors.

Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

The hiring manager will coordinate the student’s placement with a partnering non-profit organization. Every effort will be made to match the student with an organization and role aligning with their academic major, interests, and skillset. Specific responsibilities will vary according to the needs of the organization.

Duties may include but are not limited to tutoring and mentorship, caregiving and working directly with clients, community engagement and fundraising, volunteer and event coordination, creating promotional materials, supporting operational and administrative activities, and research.

Job may require other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.

• Currently enrolled at Lindenwood University
• Good academic and financial standing with the University
• Packaged with FWS funding through SFS
• Satisfactory background screening required prior to being matched with an organization
• Reliable transportation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Highly organized
• Strong professional integrity and reliability
• Knowledge of general office software, particularly Microsoft Office Suite
• Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
• Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions. Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions.

• General office setting
• Standard business hours
• Fully On-Ground

Physical Abilities – The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Regular in-person attendance is a necessary and essential function
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift/carry items commonly found in an office setting including, but not limited to, documents, laptops, keyboards, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.