Beavers Belong Support Network Graduate Group Student Leader
Job Description
Job Title
Beavers Belong Support Network Graduate Group Student LeaderAppointment Type
Student EmployeeJob Location
CorvallisPosition Appointment Percent
100Appointment Basis
12Pay Method
HourlyPay Period
16th - 15th of the following monthPay Date
Last working day of the monthMin Hourly Rate
$15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)Max Hourly Rate
$21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Beavers Belong Support Network Graduate Group Student Leader for the Counseling Center at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Beavers Belong Support Network (BBSN) is a peer support network that is student-centered and decentralized in an effort to provide students with a space to engage with others who understand their unique perspectives and struggles and build community together. Beavers Belong Support Network Student Leaders will facilitate weekly peer support groups designed to support Graduate Students in an effort to increase belonging and connection between students, provide support in ways students feel are helpful in spaced they feel comfortable, and positively impact personal wellbeing.
The Beavers Belong Support Network (BBSN) is a peer support network that is student-centered and decentralized in an effort to provide students with a space to engage with others who understand their unique perspectives and struggles and build community together. Beavers Belong Support Network Student Leaders will facilitate weekly peer support groups designed to support Graduate Students in an effort to increase belonging and connection between students, provide support in ways students feel are helpful in spaced they feel comfortable, and positively impact personal wellbeing.
Oregon State University’s (OSU) Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) is strongly committed to affirming diversity in a broad sense, to treating all with dignity and respect, and to opposing discrimination, prejudice, and oppression.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Teamwork, Leadership, Equity & Inclusion, Career & Self-Development
Teamwork, Leadership, Equity & Inclusion, Career & Self-Development
Position Duties
BBSN Student Leaders design and implement participant recruitment activities, (co)facilitate peer support spaces, connect peers to relevant campus and community resources, and attend ongoing professional development opportunities. Examples of BBSN Student Leader responsibilities include:
- Effectively facilitate weekly peer led spaces
- Engaging with peers and connecting them to relevant CAPS, campus, and community resources
- Promote involvement opportunities connected to the BBSN
- For example: participant recruitment events, tabling, collaborating with OSU student organizations, cultural centers, and other campus partners
- Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other BBSN Student Leaders and the Peer Support Coordinator
- Complete weekly tasks and needs as identified by Peer Support Coordinator
- May also involve focusing efforts on specialized projects based on needs of the department and/or initiative
- Working with Peer Support Coordinator and CAPS marketing team to create social media and marketing materials and messaging related to the BBSN
- Other duties as assigned by the Peer Support Coordinator
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
- Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
- Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
- Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
- High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
- Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
- Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
- Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
- Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated interest in working with peers and supporting student well-being
- Demonstrated commitment to self and community development and advocacy
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of the unique challenges faced by Graduate Students
- Ability to work 3-5 hours per week, including occasional evenings, and weekends
- Ability to attend mandatory scheduled trainings and meetings
- Includes foundational trainings and ongoing professional development
- Ability to obtain FERPA certification and complete other necessary trainings in a timely manner
- This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
- Current OSU Student
- Experience leading presentations and/or facilitating discussions with peers
- Experience as a peer educator/mentor
- Ability to maintain composure in the face of opposing viewpoints
- Experience working with student populations
- Comfort discussing sensitive topics
- Experience with and/or supporting Graduate Students
- Experience or familiarity working with or supporting individuals who may be experiencing loneliness, academic stress, minority stress, or other mental wellbeing challenges
Posting Number
P12542SENumber of Vacancies
1Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
11/14/2025Posting Date
10/03/2025Full Consideration Date
10/26/2025Closing Date
10/26/2025Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible studentsSpecial Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
● A Resume
● A Cover Letter
For additional information please contact: Molly Murphy at molly.murphy@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
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