The Division of Student Affairs on the Sacramento State campus is seeking to hire one Student Assistant to support Project Rebound's Restorative Justice Juvenile Diversion Program (RJJDP). The Student Assistant will serve as a Credible Messenger Mentor (CMM), providi ng individualized, co mmunity-based mentoring and support to youth participating in the Program. The CMM will serve as a consistent, trusted presence who works alongside youth as they navigate the restorative justice process and address the circumstances, relationships, and goals that will support their successful participation in diversion and continued success in the community. Conditions of Employment This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department. UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice. UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment. Prerequisites Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list. To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students. Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting. Majors/Fields of Study Any major. Work Schedule F lexible workdays and work hours, Monday

• Friday, between 7 AM
• 5:00 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor. Additional Work Schedule Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 20 hours per workweek (Monday
• Friday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

Compensation $24.00 per hour. Minimum Qualifications Must possess direct, shared lived experience with the criminal justice system or marginalized community struggles, paired with demonstrated personal transformation and community trust. Must be 18 years of age or older. Demonstrated ability to establish positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with adolescents and young adults. Strong interpersonal, communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently in community settings while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when working with youth and families. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Reliability, professionalism, cultural humility, and demonstrated commitment to supporting youth development. Preferred Qualifications Experience mentoring, coaching, tutoring, counseling, supporting, or otherwise working directly with youth or young adults. Experience working with youth involved in the juvenile justice system or other systems of care. Experience with restorative justice, diversion, reentry, youth development, conflict resolution, or related approaches. Knowledge of or experience connecting young people to Sacramento-area educational, employment, recreational, and community resources. Lived or professional experience that contributes to the ability to establish authentic and credible relationships with system-involved youth. Experience working effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds and communities. Duties and Responsibilities Establish and maintain consistent, supportive 1:1 mentoring relationships with participating youth Meet regularly with youth in community settings and other appropriate locations to provide individualized and ongoing encouragement, accountability, and problem-solving support between formal program activities over the course of program enrollment (6-12 months). Serve as a trusted and credible adult role model who supports youth in identifying strengths, goals, and opportunities for positive development. Build rapport and maintain authentic, respectful relationships with youth while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Support youth throughout their participation in the restorative justice process, including helping youth understand expectations, prepare for restorative justice activities, and reflect on their experiences. Help youth identify and articulate the impact of their actions, take responsibility, and develop meaningful strategies for moving forward. Support youth in developing and completing individualized restoration plans and other diversion-related goals. Connect youth with appropriate educational, employment, recreational, mentoring, behavioral health, and other community resources when appropriate. Accompany or support youth in navigating community resources and opportunities as appropriate to the program. Maintain regular communication with the program director and program team within Project Rebound regarding youth engagement, participation, progress, and barriers. Participate in case staffing, team meetings, and training as required. Maintain timely and accurate documentation of mentoring contacts and program-related activities. Follow all Sacramento State, program, and partner-agency policies and procedures regarding confidentiality, youth safety and professional conduct (

Note:

the CMM is a mandated reporter) Perform other related duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation. Working Conditions Work is performed in a office environment. Application Instructions Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the "Educational Experience" section and any employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of our application.

Apply by:

10/1/2026