EDUCATION:

Must be enrolled as a York student. Completed a minimum of 2 years of undergraduate studies

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience working as a work/study student. Experience in Health Education & Promotion is preferred. Knowledge of student services and resources available both on and off campus Knowledge of diverse health issues facing students and barriers to accessing resources.

SKILLS:

Ability to communicate with others to explain and share information.Ability to understand and relate to others.Ability to collaborate and work with others to complete a shared goal.Ability to build and maintain relationships.Ability to provide insight and suggestions to support individuals in making informed decisions.Ability to promote an environment in which everyone feels engaged.Ability to understand and demonstrate instructions, policies & proceduresAbility to meet deadlines and organize time effectivelyAbility to take initiative and demonstrate leadership skills.Ability to plan social activities, programs and events that contribute to an engaged community.Ability to foster a shared sense of community.Ability to use research methods to identify and verify information.Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook or PowerPoint
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 Peer Health Engagement and Team Lead is responsible for providing support to the Health Education peer program through research, administrative, and program development. This role will also provide support to Peer Health Educators.