Student Success Mentor

at University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Posting Information

First Section
Job Title 
 Student Success Mentor
Position Number 
 XXXXXX-XX
Organizational Unit 
 Student Life Student Workers - Joliet, IL
Posting Number 
 SP0816-16

Requirements
Responsibilities 
 Build strong mentorship relationship with assigned student (mentees) to foster trust, communication, and motivation.(Leadership, Communication) 
Identify potential barriers to student success, such as academic difficulties, financial issues, or personal challenges and work with the Retention Specialist to address these obstacles.(Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Communication) 
Connect students with campus resources and services, such as tutoring, counseling, financial aid, and career counseling.(Critical Thinking, Communication) 
Organize and facilitate group activities.(Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication) 
Promote retention initiatives, programs, and resources to increase mentees engagement, persistence, and success.(Critical Thinking, Communication) 
Attend school events with mentees.(Leadership) 
Other related duties as assigned such as attend family events, FYI, orientation, and school events
Qualifications 
 Junior or Senior
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience in an office setting preferred.
Must be a current student at University of St. Francis and be in good standing with the university.
Willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values of the university
Pay Rate Hourly 
 15.00
Hours / Week 
 2 1/2 per week
Close Date
Quick Link 
 https://stfrancis.peopleadmin.com/postings/5210

It has been and will continue to be the policy of the University to be an equal opportunity employer.  The University will continue to administer all employment matters without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam era or disabled veteran’s status.