Part-Time TRIO Peer Mentor — Student Support & Engagement

OSU Oregon State University; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Tuition reduction benefits

Paid leave package

Retirement savings

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oregon State University—OSU Cascades is seeking four part-time TRIO SSS Peer Mentors to support TRIO participants as they navigate college life and connect with campus resources. You will meet with students, help plan workshops, and participate in program activities, including the Summer Bridge program.

Ideal candidates are current TRIO students with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to inclusion and student success.

Qualifications

• Must be a current OSU TRIO student.
• Experience working with or supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to serve as a positive and supportive peer resource for students.
• Ability to participate in required Peer Mentor meetings, trainings, and TRIO activities.

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with assigned TRIO SSS students and provide peer support throughout the academic year.
• Participate in TRIO SSS Peer Mentor meetings, trainings, and professional development.
• Assist with planning and facilitating TRIO workshops, activities, and student events.
• Help students identify and connect with appropriate OSU‑Cascades resources and services.
• Encourage student participation and engagement with TRIO SSS and the OSU‑Cascades community.
• Participate in the TRIO SSS Summer Bridge Program and support incoming students during their transition to OSU‑Cascades.
• Assist with TRIO outreach, program evaluation, and other program activities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Mentoring

Diversity awareness

Inclusion advocate

Job description

Oregon State University—OSU Cascades is seeking four part-time TRIO SSS Peer Mentors to support TRIO participants as they navigate college life and connect with campus resources. You will meet with students, help plan workshops, and participate in program activities, including the Summer Bridge program.

Ideal candidates are current TRIO students with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to inclusion and student success.