CONNECT Mentor

Position Summary

The CONNECT Peer Mentor serves as a peer support for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are enrolled in the CONNECT Supported Education Program. The mentor position is key to the success of CONNECT students learning to navigate the campus, learning social skills and becoming connected with the resources of JCCC. Similar positions would include student ambassadors.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current JCCC student
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to work with students with varying degrees of disabilities
• Knowledge of the JCCC buildings and campus

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or enrolled in a social service-related field program

Responsibilities

• Provide social support for CONNECT students and model appropriate social interactions
• Identify on-campus clubs, organizations, and events of interest to students and assist with participation and involvement
• Provide academic support, time management, organization, study skills, and task analysis
• Assist with weekly social and academic events for CONNECT students
• Seek assistance from CONNECT Manager for students displaying challenging behaviors
• Attend scheduled meetings with the CONNECT Manager or fellow mentors
• Relay any communication updates about student progress or challenges that occur to the CONNECT Manager

Benefits

• Tuition discount for JCCC courses
• More flexibility on scheduling
• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center

About JCCC

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.