West Virginia University School of Public Health is currently accepting applications for a Temporary Part-Time Chaperone for Youth Events.
About the Opportunity
As a Temporary Part-Time Chaperone for Youth Events, you will support efforts of the West Virginia Prevention Research Center’s (PRC) Youth Advisory Board (YAB) by chaperoning the annual multi-day YAB field trip.
This position plays a key role in ensuring the safety YAB members.
You will be part of the Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences.
This position reports to the Research Assistant Professor.
PAY GRADE – 12
Assignment Length: Approximately 1 month
What you’ll do:
Complete required training from WVU’s Children on Campus Program
Stay onsite with YAB members during the field trip, including acting as the main overnight chaperone; the trip takes place June 1 - 4 and requires three overnights onsite at Adventure WV
Qualifications
Associate's Degree in youth development, health, science, humanities or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience
A minimum of (6) months working with summer youth programs
Ability to problem-solve, to reconcile differences, and to resolve last minute crises in a successful manner
Ability to maintain proper attendance and punctuality standards
Group facilitation skills
Certifications:
WVU Children on Campus Training Certification (on the job training, required by WVU for youth programs)
Requirements
Valid Driver's License
About WVU
At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world.
As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state.
The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.
From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley — the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.
8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.
Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights.
After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.
Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU’s academic mission.
We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity.
The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
Job Posting: Feb 13, 2024
Posting Classification: Temporary
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible: No
Schedule: Part-time
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