Well-Being Corner Support Assistant (Student) (FWS)

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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

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Department

Well-Being Outreach & Prevention

Time Type

Part time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Summary

The Well-Being Corner Support Assistant supports the daily operations of the Well-Being Corner by providing outstanding customer service to students, staff, and visitors. This role is responsible for greeting clients, managing appointments, maintaining a welcoming environment, and assisting CWB staff with administrative and operational tasks.

Essential Functions

1.) Front Desk Monitoring

• Serve as the first point of contact for individuals entering the Well-Being Corner.

• Ensure appropriate access to all areas of the facility, including the Zen Den, Echo Box, Serenity Lounge, and other designated spaces.

• Oversee the use of Well-Being Corner equipment and resources such as yoga mats, gaming systems, massage chairs, and more.

2.) Space Maintenance

• Monitor facility spaces to ensure adherence to established policies and guidelines.

• Support the cleanliness and proper upkeep of equipment.

• Maintain orderly room setups for daily use and special programming.

3.) Outreach and Engagement

• Assist with the creation and distribution of health education materials, resources, and programs.

• Support Center for Well-Being staff with outreach activities, including demonstrations, presentations (e.g., mocktail events), and other wellness initiatives that occur in the Well-Being Corner.

• Ensure visitors have access to informational materials that promote well-being.

Competencies

• Serving Customers.

• Championing Customer Needs.

• Displaying Creativity.

• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Part-time.

• 15 hours per week.

Salary Range

• $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled student at American University.

• Student must have a Federal Work Study (FWS) award.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Spring/Fall Semester(s) Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:30 am - 9:30 pm (2 - hour shifts). Saturday and Sunday: 12:30 pm - 8:30 pm (4 - hour shifts).

• Summer Hours: Sunday-Saturday: 10:30 am - 3:30 pm (5 - hour shifts).

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• American University is an E-Verify employer.

• Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

Current American University Employees

American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.

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