Site Supervisor: Christina Jewett
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School placement will be determined based on student schedule and proximity
HealthCorps is a national 501(c)(3) organization working to eliminate health inequity and improve lives by educating and empowering teens — encouraging them to become change-agents within their families, schools, and neighborhoods.
The Near-peer college mentors to host the wellness programing Teen Make Health Happens at local middle and high schools.
Develop Strong Relationships
You will collaborate with teen wellness leaders and site partners to ensure effective delivery of HealthCorps’ programming across 2 – 3 school sites.
You will collaborate with your Regional Program Manager and other area mentors, as well as participate in ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities, provided by the organization at no expense.
Assess Your Schools’ Needs and Progress.
You will research what health inequities the schools you serve are facing, and then measure your impact by completing a needs assessment, reporting, and tracking your work throughout your mentorship.
Lead Teens Make Health Happen Clubs.
You will plan and implement the successful delivery of the HealthCorps’ program offering, Teens Make Health Happen, between 6-8+ hours (each week) throughout the course of the semester.
Your commitment to this program will require you to be at your assigned school sites/campuses for 3-4 hours each week for instructional purposes.
Share and Make Aware.
You will host Café O Yea demonstrations at each of your sites monthly and support them with regional events.
You will support and contribute to HealthCorps’ social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, etc.) by sharing program highlights, stories of impact, and photos that will shine a bright light on your students.
Commit to the HealthCorps Mission.
You will prioritize health and wellness daily and work to ensure that relevant, local health resources are accessible for all students and staff at your respective sites.
Your spark to serve will leave a lasting, positive impact on your community.
Represent HealthCorps in Houston.
You will be an embodiment and extension of our organization and our values, both inside and outside your sites.
Your presence -- whether at your assigned sites or an area-wide event -- will be an asset in outreach efforts that connect teens, staff, and community members to HealthCorps resources and materials.
Majors: Health and Behavioral Science Majors
Must be a Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior