Student Aide - Hawks Care Resource Center

ABOUT US

We are Harper College…the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices. We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at: https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements: In order to apply for this position, you must be a current Harper College student, enrolled in at least six credits per semester (three for summer).

Experience Requirements: Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Teams required. Experience in customer service is a plus but not required.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Specific schedule will be determined based on center's needs and student's availability. Candidates must have availability to work during Hawks Care Resource Center's operational hours of Monday - Thursday 8:00a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Maximum hours per week is 15.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Hawks Care Services for Students provides resources for students struggling with food insecurities, local housing programs or help finding other community resources for medical and mental health care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties of Position: The Hawks Care Resource Center Student Aide will collaborate with a diverse group of staff and faculty who represent multiple areas of Harper College in one center. This aide will be welcoming, empathetic, and understand the value of student privacy. Specifically, the Student Aide will:

• Welcome and assist students with guideline orientation for center resources (including pantry, Help Yourself Shelf, Career Closet) and scheduling appointments with center staff and Counseling Services.
• Assist in operations, maintenance, and reporting for pantry, Help Yourself Shelf, Career Closet, and the laptop loan program. This will include physical labor and the ability to push loaded carts, stock shelves, and organize clothing.
• Schedule, promote, and deliver educational tabling events, which requires comfort with talking one-on-one and in group settings.
• Help develop strategies for increasing awareness and participation from different campus populations at Hawks Care events and programs.
• Partner and collaborate with various Harper departments and offices as well as community organizations.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.