Associate Director Peer Leadership
Inside Higher Ed, Columbia, SC, United States
Department
SAAS UHS Counseling and Psychology Services
Advertised Salary Range Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Job Summary Associate Director of Peer Leadership
Do you enjoy building relationships with students, faculty and staff and collaborating across campus to create impactful programming, workshops, and training?
Do you have experience in counseling, mental health services, or a university student affairs setting, and experience with program development, student leadership or peer support?
Would you enjoy mentoring and training peer leaders for the department?
Position Summary The Associate Director of Peer Leadership is a key member of Counseling and Psychiatric Services leadership team and oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of the center’s peer support and peer leadership programs. This position focuses on empowering students to promote emotional well-being, mental health awareness, and outreach through peer-led initiatives. The Associate Director will also ensure that peer leaders are trained in mental health education, crisis response, and campus resource navigation. The role combines program development, student supervision, collaboration with campus partners, and data-informed program evaluation to build a supportive, inclusive, and proactive mental health culture across the university community.
Primary Job Duties
Clinical & Crisis Support
Program Development and Management.
Leadership, Collaborative Partnerships and Supervision
Assessment and Reporting
General Administrative Duties
Perks
Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays.
An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!
Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.
Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
Minimum Qualifications
Strong background in program development, implementation, and evaluation, with a focus on mental health and wellness initiatives.
Experience supervising professional staff, graduate students, or peer educators.
Crisis intervention experience and familiarity with campus crisis response protocols.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and religious backgrounds.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Strong crisis management and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and engage with external partners.
Ability to balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using data management and evaluation software for program assessment.
Job Close Date 04/24/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 24, 2026.
Benefits
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Apply To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203669
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Advertised Salary Range Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Job Summary Associate Director of Peer Leadership
Do you enjoy building relationships with students, faculty and staff and collaborating across campus to create impactful programming, workshops, and training?
Do you have experience in counseling, mental health services, or a university student affairs setting, and experience with program development, student leadership or peer support?
Would you enjoy mentoring and training peer leaders for the department?
Position Summary The Associate Director of Peer Leadership is a key member of Counseling and Psychiatric Services leadership team and oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of the center’s peer support and peer leadership programs. This position focuses on empowering students to promote emotional well-being, mental health awareness, and outreach through peer-led initiatives. The Associate Director will also ensure that peer leaders are trained in mental health education, crisis response, and campus resource navigation. The role combines program development, student supervision, collaboration with campus partners, and data-informed program evaluation to build a supportive, inclusive, and proactive mental health culture across the university community.
Primary Job Duties
Clinical & Crisis Support
Program Development and Management.
Leadership, Collaborative Partnerships and Supervision
Assessment and Reporting
General Administrative Duties
Perks
Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays.
An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!
Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.
Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
Minimum Qualifications
Strong background in program development, implementation, and evaluation, with a focus on mental health and wellness initiatives.
Experience supervising professional staff, graduate students, or peer educators.
Crisis intervention experience and familiarity with campus crisis response protocols.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and religious backgrounds.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Strong crisis management and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and engage with external partners.
Ability to balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using data management and evaluation software for program assessment.
Job Close Date 04/24/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 24, 2026.
Benefits
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Apply To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203669
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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