Broward UP Promise Neighborhoods Grant - Peer Facilitator (Part-Time Multiple Vacancies)

Job Description Summary
This position provides mentorship and leadership to current Broward College Broward UP Promise Neighborhoods students by assessing their academic needs and guiding them to appropriate resources they need to be successful in college. The Peer Facilitator utilizes group and individualized strategies to support Broward UP Neighborhoods students to be successful in their academic and vocational pursuits, addressing common academic, financial, cultural, and other barriers to college success.
This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans' Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation at the time of submitting application.
For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.
Minimum Education:

• High School education or an equivalent required.

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Must comply with required background and fingerprint screening

Essential Functions:

• Daily 50%: Provides mentorship and leadership to Broward UP Promise Neighborhoods students by supporting their academic needs and guiding them to appropriate resources.
• Daily -20%: Develops and maintains a peer relationship focused on helping Broward UP Promise Neighborhoods students make a smooth transition, acclimate to campus, and establish a sense of belonging.
• Weekly - 10%: Serve as a resource for Broward UP Promise Neighborhoods students by helping them identify and use appropriate campus services.
• Weekly - 10% Scheduling and participating in events and meetings with Broward UP Promise Neighborhoods students.
• Monthly- 20% Complete peer mentor training within first two months of employment
• Daily- 5%: Attends professional development training and required meetings.
• As Needed- 5%: Performs mentoring and leadership related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Contributes as a team member
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Ability to assess and provide guidance to students
• Standard computer and telephone skills
• Quality communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of student, faculty and staff

Position Time Type
Part time
Position Number
Department
Promise Neighborhoods Grant - College and Career
Salary Range
$11.50 per hour
Posting End Date
1
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday/Weekends/Varies
Comments
To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application along with a resume is required.
Designated Essential Personnel
No
Special Instructions to Applicant:
For positions requiring a degree, official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email the document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.
Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.
**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the "Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification" section of the application**
Please refer to the link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the required background screening process.
Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes
Diversity and Inclusion are a priority at Broward College
Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.
For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college's non-discrimination policies, contact the Executive Director, Talent and Culture at 954-201-7288, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.
Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu
Disclaimer
The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.