Well-Being Corner Support Assistant (Student) (FWS)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

American University seeks a part-time student to staff the Well-Being Corner, acting as the first point of contact and ensuring access to spaces like the Zen Den and Serenity Lounge. You will oversee equipment use, maintain space setups, and support health education materials and outreach events.

As a Federal Work Study participant, you will contribute to wellness programming, engage visitors, and promote well-being across university spaces (Non-Exempt; 15 hours/week at $18.40/hr).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student at American University.
• Must have a Federal Work Study (FWS) award.

Responsibilities

• Front Desk Monitoring
• Serve as the first point of contact for individuals entering the Well-Being Corner.
• Ensure appropriate access to all areas of the facility, including the Zen Den, Echo Box, Serenity Lounge, and other designated spaces.
• Oversee the use of Well-Being Corner equipment and resources such as yoga mats, gaming systems, massage chairs, and more.
• Space Maintenance
• Monitor facility spaces to ensure adherence to established policies and guidelines.
• Support the cleanliness and proper upkeep of equipment.
• Maintain orderly room setups for daily use and special programming.
• Outreach and Engagement
• Assist with the creation and distribution of health education materials, resources, and programs.
• Support Center for Well-Being staff with outreach activities, including demonstrations, presentations (e.g., mocktail events), and other wellness initiatives that occur in the Well-Being Corner.
• Ensure visitors have access to informational materials that promote well-being.

Skills

Customer service

Customer advocacy

Creativity

Decision making

Education

Enrollment at American University

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.

Department

Well-Being Outreach & Prevention

Time Type

Part time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Description

• Front Desk Monitoring
• Serve as the first point of contact for individuals entering the Well-Being Corner.
• Ensure appropriate access to all areas of the facility, including the Zen Den, Echo Box, Serenity Lounge, and other designated spaces.
• Oversee the use of Well-Being Corner equipment and resources such as yoga mats, gaming systems, massage chairs, and more.
• Space Maintenance
• Monitor facility spaces to ensure adherence to established policies and guidelines.
• Support the cleanliness and proper upkeep of equipment.
• Maintain orderly room setups for daily use and special programming.
• Outreach and Engagement
• Assist with the creation and distribution of health education materials, resources, and programs.
• Support Center for Well-Being staff with outreach activities, including demonstrations, presentations (e.g., mocktail events), and other wellness initiatives that occur in the Well-Being Corner.
• Ensure visitors have access to informational materials that promote well-being.

Competencies

• Serving Customers.
• Championing Customer Needs.
• Displaying Creativity.
• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

• Part-time.
• 15 hours per week.

Salary Range

• $18.40 per hour.

Required Education And Experience

• Currently enrolled student at American University.
• Student must have a Federal Work Study (FWS) award.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Spring/Fall Semester(s) Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:30 am - 9:30 pm (2- hour shifts). Saturday and Sunday: 12:30 pm - 8:30 pm (4- hour shifts).
• Summer Hours: Sunday-Saturday: 10:30 am - 3:30 pm (5- hour shifts).
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• American University is an E-Verify employer.
• Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

Current American University Employees

American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.

Contact Us

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