Peer Navigator at Frederick Community College in Frederick, Maryland

Job Description:

Requisition Number:

AS774P

Peer Navigator

$15.45 hourly

Part-time Variable Schedule

Position Summary:


The Peer Navigator is crucial in supporting peers to overcome food and basic needs insecurities, central to the FCC Live Well Basic Needs Security programming. The role includes managing Mobile Markets, Cougar Mart, food locker, and other food-related initiatives, alongside educational programs. Emphasizing cultural sensitivity, this position effectively engage with our diverse student body, employing respectful communication styles attuned to cultural differences. This approach ensures inclusivity and responsiveness to the unique needs of all students in our wellness and educational efforts.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:
1. Attend all trainings/meetings required for Peer Navigators.
2. Use web-based tools for data recording and information retrieval.
3. Assist, support and/or coordinate activities relating to FCC Live Well initiatives, among other initiatives.
4. Assist with the Cougar Pods (food locker) registration and management.
5. Serve as the Cougar Mart clerk and help maintain inventory, shelf and display cleanliness, organization and product freshness.
6. Ensure food safety and sanitation in our food distribution areas.
7. Facilitate meetings & educational programming related to basic needs insecurities.
8. Other responsibilities as assigned.

1. Currently enrolled FCC student

1. Excellent customer service and communication skills2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint3. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately4. Ability to multitask and capable of managing multiple priorities5. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team6. Ability to lift 50 lbs7. Knowledge of campus resources

Variable

Part Time

No

No

08/02/2024

Yes

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee and should briefly address your qualifications as related to the requirements of this position.


Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.