Undergrad Student Employee - (Peer Mentors) Science & Health

Benedictine University; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Plans

Mental Health Support

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Job summary

Benedictine University in Lisle, IL seeks an Undergrad Student Employee – Peer Mentor for the Science & Health department. The role is part-time with 2 hours per week, primarily attending a weekly meeting and mentoring new students in the NTSC 1101 Program. Candidates must be currently enrolled students in good standing at Benedictine. Compensation is based on state minimum wage. Benefits include paid time off, mental health support, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled Benedictine student in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly meeting and class time; serve as peer mentor.

Job description

Undergrad Student Employee – (Peer Mentors) Science & Health

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Position: Student Employee - (Peer Mentors) Science & Health

Department: Dean of the College of Science and Health

Classification: Part-time, Non-benefit eligible

Rate: State minimum wage

Duties: Attend weekly meeting and class time Wednesday 12:30pm-1:20pm; serve as peer mentor in NTSC 1101 Program, working with new students.

Qualifications: Currently enrolled Benedictine student in good standing.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to touch, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift office products or supplies up to 20 pounds.
• Use of computer screen, phone and customer service.
• May require bending or sitting for long periods.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Follow campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols.

Training: University‑specific and/or OSHA‑related training required; conducted online or in person; must complete all training required by Benedictine University.

Location: Lisle, IL

Hours per week: 2 hours per week

Days/Times Preferred: Wednesday 12:30-1:20 and one other hour

Hiring Supervisor: Ellen Ziliak

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Paid leave in accordance with State Law where applicable.
• Retirement Plans: Supplemental Retirement Savings.
• Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and resources for mental well‑being.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work‑related challenges.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University’s rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required. Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.