Basic Needs Graduate Assistant - Military veterans preferred

2024-09-19
University of Kentucky
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Lexington
Kentucky
40502
United States


University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleBasic Needs Graduate AssistantRequisition NumberDU12622Department Name1B350:Financial WellnessWork LocationLexington, KYSalary RangeBenefit package will include in-state tuition and a stipend of $600.00 every two weeks.Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired Education
Candidates must be currently enrolled in an eligible graduate program at the University of Kentucky.
Required Related Experience
n/a
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift shelve, bend, push a heavy cart, and sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
20 hours/week scheduled 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
Job Summary
Greeting patrons and briefly explaining Big Blue Pantry process is
new. Assisting with staffing the Big Blue Pantry and helping with
re-shelving. Answering calls and questions from campus and
community partners about the resources available in the Basic Needs
area. Processing requests for the Swipe Ahead food program.

Position will be posted until filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Good customer service and communication skills, good organization, respecting confidentiality.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Preferred a Bachelor’s Degree and experience in social work, community work, education or related human service fields, customer service and processing application information.
Deadline to Apply09/18/2024Our University Community

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please describe your experience with connecting individuals to local or institutional resources.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Please describe your experience with assessing someone’s individual need profile.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Provide an example of how you have handled a challenge in communicating with or responding to difficult emotions when working with someone.

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter








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