Peer Navigator

Requisition Number

AS964PJob Title:

Peer NavigatorPay Rate

$15.91 hourlyPosition Type:

Part-time Variable SchedulePosition Summary

* This position is for FCC students only*

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: These duties are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed. The omission of the specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

• Attend all trainings/meetings required for Peer Navigators.
• Use web-based tools for data recording and information retrieval.
• Assist, support and/or coordinate activities relating to FCC Live Well initiatives, among other initiatives.
• Assist with the Cougar Pods (food locker) registration and management.
• Serve as the Cougar Mart clerk and help maintain inventory, shelf and display cleanliness, organization and produce freshness.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation in our food distribution areas.
• Facilitate meetings & educational programming related to basic needs insecurities.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.Required Minimum Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled FCC student Desired Qualifications:
• 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 resourcesWork Schedule:
  
  

Variable between 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Flexible hours up to 20 hours per week.Full/Part Time:

Part TimeTelework Eligible?:

NoEssential Personnel?:

NoSpecial Instructions To Applicants

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.

Education

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 engagement and belonging for students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.Non-Discrimination Statement:

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.