PEACE Program Assistant (CSLP FWS)

Grand Canyon University•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Grand Canyon University (GCU) partners with nonprofit organizations that are recognized by the IRS as 501(c)(3) to support their charitable programs. These organizations aim to enhance the quality of life for community residents or address specific community needs. GCU has a partnership with Rehoboth CDC, located at 2650 W. Hazelwood Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85017. Rehoboth CDC's mission is to improve the lives of low- to moderate-income families in Phoenix and the Canyon Corridor neighborhoods. The work schedule for CSLP student workers is determined by Rehoboth CDC's operating hours and needs, with a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic year (fall/spring). This position is classified as Community Service under 34 CFR 675.2(b), meaning it provides services to improve the quality of life for community residents, especially low-income individuals, or to solve problems related to their needs. These services must be publicly accessible. As an FWS-CSLP approved position, services are offered to non-GCU community members. All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to determine FWS eligibility and award. The People Educating and Centering Efforts (PEACE) Youth Enrichment Program works with Maricopa County partners to involve K-12 youth in out-of-school activities and education within Canyon Corridor neighborhoods.

Requirements

Applicant must be available in May Monday through Friday from 2:30pm to 6:30pm, as well as in June and July Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 2:30pm.
Have passion and willingness to help others succeed.
Possess strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility.
Must have reliable transportation.
Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a bachelor’s program or master’s program.
Maintain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

Nice To Haves

Previous Mentoring a plus.
Ability to speak a second language a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor and engage with youth ages 18 and younger while participating in indoor and outdoor activities such as arts and crafts, video games, basketball, and skateboarding.
Built rapport with the participants.
Assist with planning and conducting activities.
Assist with set up and breakdown of activities.
Assist with attendance taking, maintaining participant records, and dinner distribution.
Other duties as assigned.