POWER Peer Educator (Learning Bar)

Job Title :

POWER Peer Educator (Learning Bar)

Requisition Number : DU13866

Department Name :

1B370 : Prev Outreach Wellness Ed Res POWER

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Salary Range :

$12.00 - $12.99 / hr with opportunity for raise with annual performance evaluation

Type of Position : Student

Position Time Status :

Part-Time

Required Education :

Currently enrolled as a UK student

Required Related Experience :

NA

Required License / Registration / Certification :

NA

Physical Requirements :

Standing for long periods of time; able to lift objects up to 30 lbs.

Shift :

5-15 hours per week. Primarily days – work will be schedule but times will vary upon students’ schedule.

Job Summary :

POWER Peer Educator (Learning Bar) support alcohol risk reduction lessons at The Learning Bar as well as present other alcohol and other drug risk reduction information to varying audiences including, but not limited to student groups, residence halls, and academic classes as well as provide scheduled programming (education, resources, skill development, and activities) through the POWER Unit.

This position is also Federal Work-Study eligible, if you qualify.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Preferred Education / Experience :

Public speaking, classroom management, or acting experience preferred

Deadline to Apply : 12 / 31 / 2025

Our University Community :

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.