2008 – 2009 SHU PEER EDUCATOR
APPLICATION INFORMATION
- Friday February 29, 2008: Applications and two references are due. Please send/drop off attn: Karen Flanagan, flanagank879@sacredheart.edu, Counseling Center, Park Avenue House.
- Monday, March 10, 2008: Interviews will be scheduled for candidates. Interviews will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays throughout March.
- Wednesday, April 2, 2008: Acceptance letters will be sent out to candidates.
Any questions may be directed to 203.371.7955 or flanagank879@sacredheart.edu.
PEER EDUCATOR QUALIFICATIONS, including but not limited to:
- Academic success at SHU measured by a GPA of 2.5 or above
- Creativity
- Energy
- Positive attitude
- Dependability and reliability
- Sensitivity to and interest in issues of alcohol and other drugs as well as additional wellness issues
- Open minded, non-judgmental
- Good listening and interpersonal skills
- Strong communication skills in one-on-one and in group settings
- Ability to interact and present information to students and the community at SHU
- Honest desire to help others
- Committment to making healthy lifestyle choices and role modeling those choices
PEER EDUCATOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
- Peer Educators will serve for the full academic year
- Plan and run programs, events, and campaigns
- Provide information and resources to students
- Develop and facilitate workshops and outreach
- Make presentations to various groups and organizations on campus
- Participate in on-going evaluation of the Peer Educator experience
- Attend training sessions, in-services and weekly meetings
- Communicate with advisor throughout the year