The University of North Georgia Hiring for Peer Health Educator Student Assistant (Gainesville) – Federal Work Study at UNG – Gainesville Full Time

Job Title: Peer Health Educator Student Assistant (Gainesville) – Federal Work Study
Location: UNG – Gainesville
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 260102
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university’s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a federal work study student in the Recreational Sports department on the Gainesville campus. This is a paid student leadership position.

Responsibilities

• This position will work closely with the Coordinator, Fitness, Wellness and Health Promotion and the team of volunteer Peer Health Educators (PHEs) to plan, promote, and implement educational events and activities within the eight dimensions of wellness.
• Successful candidates will serve as a primary team lead for the volunteer PHE membership.
• They are expected to serve as leaders and role models in their efforts.
• Their work will support the UNG PHE mission: to empower students with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed, voluntary choices regarding all aspects of wellness.
• The selected candidate will have several training opportunities on related topics to better plan and promote health and wellness.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• FWS Award Letter

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Background Check

• Position of Trust

Other Information

• This role is considered a position of trust.