WS - Mental Health Ambassador - FWS

University of Pikeville • Pikeville, KY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Student Mental Health Ambassador is a peer leadership role that promotes mental health awareness, suicide and bullying prevention, and a safe, supportive school culture. Ambassadors model positive behavior, recognize concerns, encourage help-seeking, and connect peers with trusted adults and resources.

Requirements

• Word
• PowerPoint
• Canva
• Social Media & New Technology
• Attention to detail
• Strong active listening abilities
• Written & verbal communication
• Customer focused
• Willingness to learn new things
• Communication (C)
• Teamwork (TW)
• Professionalism (P)
• Career & Self Development (CSD)
• Critical Thinking (CT)
• Community Transformation (CTR)
• Leadership (L)
• Technology (T)

Nice To Haves

• Public speaking

Responsibilities

• Promote mental health, suicide prevention, and bullying awareness through campaigns, activities, and positive messaging.
• Model kindness, inclusion, respect, and healthy coping while supporting a positive school culture.
• Recognize concerns and use the LERN approach—Listen, Encourage, Refer, and Notice—to connect peers with appropriate support.
• Participate in training and collaborate with staff and ambassadors on wellness activities and initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriate peer boundaries, referring serious concerns to trained adults or professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed