EDUCATION:

Must be enrolled as a York student.

EXPERIENCE:

Basic understanding of job search strategies, resumé writing and social media presence. preferably gained by participating in Career Centre programs and services.

SKILLS:

• Ability to build rapport, apply active listening, coaching, and or advising skills.
• Experience making effective referrals. ability to exercise sound judgment in dispensing information and recognize when to go to/refer to professional staff at the Career Centre.
• Ability to support students and new grads in their job search efforts and career success. proven interest in student success and supporting fellow students.
• Ability to communicate effectively while facilitating group sessions.
• Ability to actively seek out and contribute to learning opportunities for self and team members. demonstrate commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate responsible, ethical, and professional conduct.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and respond in a thoughtful manner.
  Participation in Work/Study positions is restricted to undergraduate students at York University who meet the program’s eligibility requirements. Please visit the Work/Study Students Resource Hub page (https://careers.yorku.ca/workstudy-students-resource-hub) to review eligibility requirements and the recruitment process.

The Career Peer Educator will support the Career Centre’s programs and services by increasing awareness of services, supporting students in building career self-management skills, helping students develop the skills and strategies they need to be successful in their individual job searches and broader career goals, creating opportunities for students to make connections, and encouraging dialogue around careers.