Federal Work Study - CWC Gator-2-Gator Graduate Trainer Student Assistant

University Of Florida; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Federal Work Study – Gator-2-Gator Graduate Trainer Student Assistant on the main campus in Gainesville. The role supports the Gator-2-Gator peer‑support program within the Counseling & Wellness Center, delivering training, consultation, and on‑campus student services.

The graduate assistant will conduct trainings, facilitate weekly meetings, assist with scheduling, and participate in program planning.

Qualifications

• Federal Work Study award required; check with UF Financial Aid.
• Graduate student in psychology, counselor education, or related field.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
• Not concurrently employed on UF campus using Federal Work Study.
• Requires access to personal computer and internet.
• Able to commit to 2-3 semesters.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a minimum of two Gator-2-Gator trainings on a monthly basis.
• Facilitating weekly Gator-2-Gator consultation meetings ambassadors providing G2G peer support on campus.
• Attending Gator-2-Gator program planning and implementation meetings
• Assisting with scheduling and coordinating Gator-2-Gator program trainings
• Other similar duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Reliability

Education

Graduate student in psychology or counseling-related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Federal Work Study - CWC Gator-2-Gator Graduate Trainer Student Assistant

Job no: 540966
Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services
Department: 04030100 - SL-COUNSELING & WELLNESS CTR

Classification Title:

STU AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements: N/A

Job Description:

Federal Work Study Student Assistant to assist with training activities for the Gator-2-Gator (G2G) peer support program within the Counseling & Wellness Center. Gator-2-Gator is a peer support program where students are trained to support peers experiencing distress. Gator 2 Gator provides 30-minute consultations for personal support and/or referral information about helpful resources. The Gator-2-Gator Graduate Student Assistant is responsible for providing Gator-2-Gator training, consultation, and support for UF students, faculty, and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Conducting a minimum of two (2) Gator-2-Gator trainings on a monthly basis.
• Facilitating weekly Gator-2-Gator consultation meetings ambassadors providing G2G peer support on campus.
• Attending Gator-2-Gator program planning and implementation meetings
• Assisting with scheduling and coordinating Gator-2-Gator program trainings
• Other similar duties as directed by supervisor.

$14.00/hour

Required qualifications

• Federal Work Study Award (Please check in with UF Financial Aid to determine eligibility)
• Graduate student in psychology, counselor education, or a counseling-related field.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week
• Not concurrently employed anywhere else on the UF campus using Federal Work Study
• Requires access to personal computer and internet
• Able to commit to 2-3 semesters of Gator-2-Gator service.

Preferred:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as carrying or moving CWC outreach and communication materials if needed
• Positive, friendly, and professional attitude
• Reliable, good follow-through

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 14 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.