Employment

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WHPS is currently hiring for:

  • Peer Advocate

  • Marketing Assistant

  • Receptionist

 

Federal Work-Study Required for all hires

Federal Work Study Eligibility is required to work at WHPS. Please accept your award before applying. Click here for FWS help.

Federal Work-Study students employed as Peer Advocates, Marketing Assistants, or Receptionists work 15-20 hours per week. Hours are based on the amount you are awarded each semester.

Position: Peer Advocate

The Opportunity:

Peer advocates promote wellness by increasing awareness of student health issues and encouraging positive lifestyle choices and decision-making skills through education in many areas including sexual wellness, nutrition, Alcohol and Drug Education,  and stress management. Our Peer Advocates run Health Huts, give PowerPoint presentations, and table at various events all over campus to provide information to students about our services. Peer advocates also help around the office with general projects and day-to-day tasks. Peer Advocates must be Federal Work-Study Students. Please see below for additional responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

Peer advocates promote wellness by increasing awareness of student health issues and encouraging positive lifestyle choices through education on sexual wellness, nutrition, exercise, as well as stress management among other well-being topics. Our Peer Advocates run Health Huts, give PowerPoint presentations, and table at various events all over campus to provide information to students about our services. Peer advocates also help around the office with general projects and day to day tasks. There are also opportunities to work with the reception and marketing teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Public speaking experience

Driver’s License

 

Position: Marketing Assistant

Preferred Requirements
  • Create and maintain the consistency of brands covering multiple facets of wellness and implement these brands in print and digital collateral (posters, palm cards, event displays, web banners, social media graphics and more)
  • Assist with content creation for social media campaigns and website updates (writing copy, creating graphics, taking photos, and recording/editing video footage)
  • Assist with development and execution of social media content calendar
  • Assist with events (digital and in-person)
  • Cover shifts at the front desk, as needed/scheduled (customer service, answering phones, booking appointments, etc.)
  • Graphic design, Social Media, relevant marketing skills
  • Good communication skills, Customer service experience, Eagerness to learn.
  • Adobe Suite experience
  • Event experience a plus!

Position: Receptionist

Preferred Requirements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic office equipment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  • Familiarity with scheduling or call management software (preferred).

 

Relevant information for all WHPS positions

 

Responsibilities of Employees

  • Attend weekly meetings in the WHPS classroom
  • Develop, promote, and present health education programs and awareness events on campus
  • Serve as a health education resource to UCF students
  • Complete preparation for programs and events as directed
  • Assist in the evaluation of health education programs and activities
  • Help recruit future Peer Advocates
  • Be able to operate iPad technology for data collection/input
  • Maintain number count of attendees who visit the health hut
  • Ensure all policies and procedures of Wellness and Health Promotion Services are enforced at all times
  • Assist Program Coordinator with other duties as assigned
  • Support mission, vision, and belonging statement

Requirements of Employees

  • Be able to lift 10-20 lbs of equipment
  • Be able to withstand Florida heat (weather) for 2-hour increments at frequent outdoor events. Members will be given 15-30 minute breaks during the work shift.
  • Must possess effective communication and organizational skills
  • Must possess passion for working outside
  • Must be willing to work evenings and weekends
  • Must be willing to present health-related workshops
  • Must possess excellent customer service skills
  • Must be willing to maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • If selected as a candidate to be hired we require a grade check (2.5 cumulative per semester) and a student conduct record check.

You can access the entire document for peer expectations and requirements at the Wellness & Health Promotion Services Office at the Recreation and Wellness Center.

Who should apply?

Applicants must be UCF students who will attend the fall and spring semesters of the next academic year. Students should have the ability to work as a team and independently be able to manage time and stress well. Experience in public speaking, program planning, and leadership roles are helpful but not necessary. Anyone interested in educating the UCF community on issues related to health and wellness may apply. All majors are accepted and welcomed. No discrimination will be made based on sex, race, age, gender, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or veteran’s status.

Why Should I Apply?

  • Gain professional work experience – build your resume
  • Develop communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Increase public speaking and promotion skills
  • Gain knowledge in several areas of health and wellness (e.g sexual wellness, alcohol and other drugs, nutrition, stress management, healthy relationships, etc.)
  • Meet new people – make new friends!
  • Impact UCF students through “positive peer advocacy”
  • Great networking opportunities

How Much Time Must I Commit?

A member must commit to working for the duration of at least one academic year. Training is held between spring and summer A semester, and weekly meetings in the WHPS classroom are mandatory. Volunteers are required to work 6 hours per week. Federal Work-Study students are required to work 10-15 hours per week.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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