Student Wellness & Mental Health Assistant

California State University, Stanislaus; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 19,207 - 27,355; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Stanislaus is seeking a temporary, hourly student assistant for Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). The role supports wellness initiatives, campus events, and peer education under CAPS leadership.

Start August 17, 2026 or later, ending by May 31, 2027, with possible reappointment depending on budget and performance. Responsibilities include promoting CAPS services, coordinating workshops, preparing materials, and assisting with social media outreach.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students must be enrolled in a minimum of six Fall/Spring units.
• Post-baccalaureate/graduate students must be enrolled in a minimum of four Fall/Spring units.

Responsibilities

• Promote mental health awareness and CAPS services through peer-to-peer engagement.
• Participate in campus table events, health fairs, and student organization collaborations.
• Share resources and educational materials related to mental health, self-care, and wellness.
• Serve as a positive role model and source of support among peers.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and facilitating wellness-focused workshops and events (e.g., mindfulness, journaling, stress management, substance use prevention).
• Coordinate logistics for workshops, including room reservations, materials, refreshments, and attendance tracking.
• Support set-up and break-down of CAPS events, including tabling and interactive activities.
• Introduce speakers or lead peer-led components of workshops as appropriate.
• Help design and distribute flyers, posters, and digital content for events and CAPS programming.
• Engage students through social media outreach, if applicable
• Provide feedback and insight on what mental health topics are most relevant to the student body.
• Attend regular team meetings and training sessions led by CAPS staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when representing CAPS.
• Collaborate with campus departments and student groups to co-host wellness events and initiatives.
• Uphold CAPS’ values of inclusion, equity, and accessibility in all outreach efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in at least six Fall/Spring units

Graduate student enrolled in at least four Fall/Spring units

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

California State University, Stanislaus is seeking a temporary, hourly student assistant for Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). The role supports wellness initiatives, campus events, and peer education under CAPS leadership.

Start August 17, 2026 or later, ending by May 31, 2027, with possible reappointment depending on budget and performance. Responsibilities include promoting CAPS services, coordinating workshops, preparing materials, and assisting with social media outreach.