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Employer: UW-Stout On Campus STUDENT JOBS

Expires: 09/06/2024

Wellness PRO (Peer Reaching Out) Educator The Wellness PRO position is both challenging and rewarding. A Wellness PRO works closely with the Health Promotions Manager, Outreach Graduate Assistant, and fellow Wellness PROs to provide outreach programs and activities to the UW-Stout campus community. A Wellness PRO’s responsibilities include planning and presenting program materials to students in residence halls, fitness center, memorial student center and larger campus-wide events. Wellness PROs present programs and tabling event on topics related to both mental and physical health. This position provides many opportunities to develop written and oral communication skills, and learn about mental and physical health topics and health promotion. Roles and Responsibilities  Attend weekly team meetings and training sessions  Practice a healthy and responsible lifestyle  Available for program presentations and events  Work collaboratively with Student Health Services, University Counseling Center and other campus departments  Attend regularly scheduled office hours and work on assigned tasks  Check email daily, reply promptly and appropriately  Develop, revise, and promote programs  Potential to train new Wellness PROs after first completed semester Acknowledge and respect different identities and life experiences.    Requirements Enrolled as an undergraduate student at UW-Stout Minimum of one academic year commitment  Ability to work 4-6 hours per week (including mandatory weekly meetings, some evenings, and rarely weekends) Maintain confidentiality of information accessed at the Counseling Center, as a breech of confidentiality justifies immediate grounds for dismissal Freshmen are strongly encouraged to apply Qualifications  Interest with promoting overall health and wellness Ability to work independently  Ability to work collaboratively as a team member Effective written and oral communication techniques Willingness to discuss sensitive health topics such as sexual health, physical health, mental health, etc.  Responsible and reliable  Strong time management skills  Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite  Flexible, adaptive and non-judgmental personality   Preferred Skills Creativity  Interest in future career in mental health or health/wellness promotion  Strong background in public speaking   Benefits  Gain excellent leadership and communication skills Receive extensive knowledge and experience in the mental health and wellness field  Practical work experience  Networking/collaborating with campus community Letters of recommendation for future employment or advanced education   APPLICATION CHECKLIST (email all items). To receive full consideration please have your application turned in by September 6, 2024 .  We will accept applications until the positions have been filled. Statement including: year in school, major, and why you are interested in Health and Wellness education.   Class/work schedule for the semester