University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
(on-site)
Posted
5 days ago
Salary
$12.00 - $12.00
Salary - Type
Hourly Wage
Job Function
Other
Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | STEPS ACTION Summer Peer Mentor |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | TE09217 |
| Department Name | 7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $12.00/hour |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Part-Time |
| Required Education | High School Diploma and 30 hours undergraduate work Must be currently majoring in a science related field |
| Required Related Experience | NA |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | NA |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting at computer work station for long periods of time Standing for long periods of time Lifting/Carrying up to __10___lbs. Pushing/Pulling up to ___10____ lbs. Job Related _Walking for long periods of time |
| Shift | Sunday Saturday, with alternating early and late shifts between the hours of 7:00am and 11:00pm. On-call hours are 11:00pm to 7:00am. Workers must live on campus with High School Students in University Dorm Housing, some weekends required. Employment dates: 06/3/2026- 07/11/2026 |
| Job Summary | Markey Cancer Center's educational pipeline program, the Appalachian Career Training in Oncology (ACTION) Program is seeking peer mentors that are currently majoring in a science field to supervise 15-20 high school students during the ACTION summer residential program from June 4, 2026, to July 11, 2026. Peer Mentors will act as mentors to ACTION participants and help plan and conduct evening and weekend activities. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Previous experience working with high school students or in a summer camp setting preferred but not required. |
| Deadline to Apply | 03/16/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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 background check and/or drug screen. |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
PI282425571
Job ID: 82576115