Description:
The Sexual Assault Prevention Lead Peer will focus on promoting and nurturing the sexual assault prevention on Southern Utah University Campus. They will be highly trained individuals on confidentiality and address issues such as stalking, unhealthy relationships, rape and sexual assault stress management. They will serve as a bridge to SUU Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and the Title IX Coordinator. The Sexual Assault Prevention Lead Peer will offer a non-judgmental space to talk by making clear the confidentiality guidelines, and know when appropriate to refer a student to CAPS or Title IX Office. They are here to listen and desire to make a positive difference in the lives of SUU students.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attend all trainings/meetings to teach peer education programs
- Practice teaching the assigned sexual assault prevention education program
- Present mental health education programs to campus and student groups in the
classroom and as a speaker to clubs or other on campus groups
- Speak to classrooms about services offered in Health Services
- Participate in other health and wellness programs
- Be committed to the program for at least 2 semesters
- Network with professors/instructors and other campus groups to create opportunities
for presenting sexual assault prevention education programs.
- Maintain confidentiality where needed
- Be a resource
- Recruit 1-2 peer educators into the program for the following year
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
- Knowledge
- Valuable work experience
- Friendship, support, fun
- Job recommendations
- Provides leadership, group process, and public speaking training
- Provides valuable contacts within the Southern Utah University College community
Qualifications:
- Interest in sexual assault prevention
- Good oral communication skills
- Flexible schedule. Able to work occasional evenings.
- Able to work independently and in groups
- Willing to work in a collaborative environment
- Not afraid to ask questions