Program for Successful Employment Peer Mentor

Key Responsibilities

• Accompany students to classes, campus activities, and program-related events to support engagement and participation.
• Assist students with note-taking, assignments, organization, and understanding course expectations.
• Support students in navigating campus resources, schedules, and daily responsibilities.
• Encourage participation in campus activities, social events, and student engagement opportunities.
• Model appropriate academic, social, and workplace behaviors.
• Communicate with program staff regarding student progress, concerns, and support needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Open to all fields of study; preference may be given to students in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Rehabilitation Services, or a related field with an interest in supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Experience: Experience working with diverse populations or individuals with disabilities preferred. Experience in tutoring, mentoring, or peer support is a plus.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient: Ability to provide academic and social support to students. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally. Ability to demonstrate patience, empathy, and professionalism. Ability to manage time and responsibilities effectively. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic: Familiarity with college coursework expectations.

Preferred Education

• Current college student in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting students in academic or campus environments.
• Experience in leadership roles, mentoring, or student organizations.

Additional Preferred Qualification

• Preference may be given to students with an Industry-Based Credential (IBC) in customer service, workforce development, or related areas that support communication, professionalism, and workplace readiness.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic academic support strategies such as note-taking, organization, and time management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when working with diverse student populations.
• Strong reliability, accountability, and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow guidance from program staff and implement support strategies consistently.

Benefits

• Retirement.
• Multiple medical insurance options.
• Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.).
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses).
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas).
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Why Join BRCC?

• A collaborative work environment.
• A commitment to employee development.
• The opportunity to support the mission of student success through strong institutional operations.