Wednesday, November 16, 2011: Your application and two references are due. Please mail or drop off your references to Karen Flanagan, Counseling Center, Park Avenue House.
Interviews will be scheduled for candidates via e-mail once their applications and references are received.
S.W.E.E.T. 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
- Commitment 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
All questions may be directed to 203-371-7955 or flanagank879@sacredheart.edu