Details
Open Date 07/27/2026
Requisition Number PRN17284N
Job Title UU Student - Mentor
Working Title Peer Health Educator
Career Progression Track SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week 10- 12 hours per week
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Summary
Hours can be flexible based on class schedule; evening/weekend programs, workshops, and events are regularly a part of the work schedule.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area President
Department 00707 - Center for Campus Wellness
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $15 per hour
Close Date 10/27/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Center for Campus Wellness ( CCW ) is a confidential and comprehensive wellness office that provides wellness education, trainings and workshops (focus areas include mental health, sexual health, violence prevention, and substance use); victim-survivor advocacy services and support; safer sex services for students; collegiate recovery program, wellness coaching, and peer mentorship.
We are hiring student staff who will serve as Peer Health Educators (PHEs) with our team. We are recruiting for approximately 4 positions.
PHEs are a committed group of students who understand the importance of health and wellness, the value of connecting students to resources on campus to be successful while at the U, and who want to empower themselves and their peers to make positive changes. During their time as a PHE , students will learn about the different programs and services that CCW offers, will further the offices’ mission by supporting our outreach efforts (through tabling and workshop presentation), and support our service delivery (through staffing STI testing clinics, packing and delivering our Pleasure Packs, etc.).
Scheduling Expectations:
August 24, 2026 – May 7, 2027 (regular PHE schedule): Beginning August 24 (first day of fall semester) through May 7 (last day of classes for spring semester), PHEs are expected to work 10-12 hours per week. These hours may be held during regular business hours (8-5, M-F) but will also include evening or weekend events/programs. PHEs will not be required to work during academic breaks (fall, winter, spring), University closure days or holidays when Student Affairs is closed, or during finals week for the fall or spring semester.
Mandatory Training (Paid): 25 hours of online, self-paced summer training to complete between June 1st and before the Fall Training date (August 20). -Mandatory in-person training held on August 20-21. Times TBD .
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
PHEs will share a set of core responsibilities, including:
Table on campus to raise awareness and share resources/services
Facilitate educational workshops, discussions, and presentations
Assist with service delivery, for example: STI & HIV testing clinics and Pleasure Pack Delivery Service
Assist with staffing our front reception desk
Serve as a wellness resource for peers by providing 1:1 resource navigation sessions and engaging with peers in group settings.
Plan and implement health education programs and events, review programs and offer feedback, and develop engaging presentations, activities, and facilitation techniques.
Research trends and creating engaging educational content and program promotion. Connect with various offices around campus to expand our messaging.
Assist in content creation to promote programs and develop educational content through blog posts, social media, and more.
Minimum Qualifications
Have completed at least one year at the University of Utah by the time position begins
Must be in good standing with the University of Utah, both academically and in conduct
Must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
Shows commitment to campus and community through involvement
Preferences
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit either a short video or a few slides to introduce yourself and answer the following questions:
Sexual health, STI prevention, etc.
Substance use, harm reduction, overdose prevention
Mental Health, suicide prevention, stress management
Violence Prevention, Sexual Assault Prevention, Healthy Relationships
- What strengths/experience do you already have:
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .
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