Ideal Circle Of Support Leader SW

Lipscomb University

  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The role of a Circle of Support leader is to support IDEAL students in achieving their academic and behavioral goals, and to serve as a leader within that student's particular group of peer mentors. Log all hours worked via UKG Pro/Kronos, typically 1-2 hrs/week per IDEAL student.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNashville, TN

    Description

    The role of a Circle of Support leader is to support IDEAL students in achieving their academic and behavioral goals, and to serve as a leader within that student's particular group of peer mentors.

    May be eligble for Federal Work Study.

    Duties Include:

    • Meet weekly with assigned IDEAL student(s) to help with planning and organizing of assignments and goals
    • Complete the "Meeting Notes" tab after each student's weekly meeting
    • Train peer mentor group on strategies to promote IDEAL students' success
    • Communicate effectively with peers through GroupMe. Keep the group informed and address concerns or questions that arise
    • Complete data sheet 1x per month
    • Meet w/ IDEAL staff 1x per month to assess student progress
    • Attend initial training at the start of the semester
    • Log all hours worked via UKG Pro/Kronos, typically 1-2 hrs/week per IDEAL student

    Qualifications & Skills Needed:

    • At least one semester of experience as a volunteer peer mentor
    • Comfortability working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
    • Ability to problem-solve difficult situations to independently find a solution
    • Creativity, empathy, & patience

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