Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us - and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.
Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.
The opportunity
Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a student employee to fill the role of Peer-to-Peer Support Group Co-Facilitator for the Friends of Aine organization in Manchester, NH. This student will work with grieving children and families during the weekly peer to peer support groups. All materials for the groups are provided by the Center. Groups are broken up by developmental age and will range from 4-18 year old.
Job Responsibilities:
- Engage the children using the curriculum that is provided each week and will have access to this curriculum on the volunteer portal prior to the groups starting.
- Read books, help with crafts, show a video related to grief, and will help navigate conversations regarding feelings, coping strategies, etc.
- Provide a safe space for the children and families that attend each week.
- Lead discussions, encourage peer to peer conversations and guide children through the activity.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in classes as part of a SNHU degree program
- Work study part of financial aid package
- Students with work study may be prioritized
- Reliable transportation
- Compassionate heart and open mind as every child and family grieve differently
- Pass a background check
Learning Outcomes:
Being a facilitator is very rewarding as you help the children and family build bonds and gain coping skills to help them grow and learn how to help themselves through their grief. You will also learn the power of peer to peer groups and how important they are for children.- Facilitation
- Creating effective group dynamics
- Communication
- Teaching
- Organization
- Time management
Work Schedule: 5-8pm, one night per week
We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.
Compensation
The hourly pay range for this position is $12.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.