Graduate Student Associate for Peer Support

Job Posting Title: Graduate Student Associate for Peer Support ---- Hiring Department: Healthyhorns - Longhorn Wellness Center ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 20 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Jul 30, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2027 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: Graduate Student Associate for Peer Support Supervisor: Adrian Lancaster Location: Student Services Building (100 W Dean Keeton St, Austin, TX 78712) SSB 1.106 Graduate pay: $19.00 per hour About Longhorn Wellness Center The Longhorn Wellness Center (LWC) promotes student well-being and creates a healthier campus community through programs, education and environmental approaches. Purpose The LWC is seeking a non-academic Graduate Student Associate to support: 1) the LWC’s mental health and social connection-focused peer support program, the Longhorn SHARE Project, 2) the development of peer support as a strategy area for student well-being, and 3) other Longhorn Wellness Center initiatives enhancing connection, support, and well-being for UT Austin students. This role is primarily supervised by the Peer Support Strategy Coordinator, but with frequent opportunities to collaborate with and learn from other LWC and Healthyhorns staff and fellow student employees. Responsibilities GUIDANCE & MENTORSHIP OF STUDENT PEER SUPPORT SPECIALISTS Provide administrative support, mentorship, and guidance for active peer support specialists in a mental health and wellness-focused environment. Lead meetings and provide support for SHARE Student Advisory Group. Assist with peer support specialist recruitment and selection process. PEER SUPPORT STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT Support the development of peer support as a health-promoting strategy by gathering existing research and student input, connecting with campus partners, and assisting with early planning. As appropriate, based on LWC strategic priorities, plan and implement an initiative related to peer support, social connection, and/or any other LWC well-being focus area. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND CAMPUS Manage SHARE Circle requests, confirm details with requestors and coordinate peer facilitator sign-up process. Train and facilitate existing Longhorn Wellness Center workshops, as needed. Respond to general inquiries sent to the Longhorn SHARE Project email inbox. Assist peer support undergraduate student assistants and interns with research projects, class activity preparation, and/or assessment activities. Collaborate with other Longhorn Wellness Center student staff and full-time staff on well-being initiatives, programs, or outreach activities as opportunities arise. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree from a nationally accredited institution Enrolled in a graduate or professional degree program at UT Austin Strong written, verbal, and oral communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, manage a variety of tasks, and take initiative PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Current or prior education in an academic discipline relevant to the position Prior experience or training in peer support, mentorship, coaching, teaching, workshop facilitation, conflict resolution, restorative justice circles, crisis call centers, or similar. Skilled in public speaking, group facilitation, and/or community building Experience with program or event planning, promotion, and/or evaluation Familiar with common challenges and mental health-related concerns of college students Working familiarity with UT campus and student support resources Salary Range Graduate pay: $19.00 per hour Working Conditions Typical office environment May work outdoors at events Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Work Shift The position is expected to work 20 hours per week. Hours will be primarily completed onsite with some opportunities for remote work. There is 1 position open This position will start in August 2026 with the possibility of continuing employment beyond the 2026-2027 academic year. Required Materials (Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required.) Candidates who fail to attach all additional materials listed may not be considered for the position. Resume/CV Letter of interest Questions can be directed to Adrian Lancaster, Peer Support Project Coordinator, Longhorn Wellness Center, adrian.lancaster@austin.utexas.edu If you have a work study award, you will need to include a screenshot of your My Financial page showing your Work Study award. Make sure your EID and the date/year of the award is visible. Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. 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In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_non-acad_employment.html#cond_SNAEmp ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. 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