Student Assistant - Caps Fontaine Center

Overview

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Posting Number: G/R32119P

Working Title: Student Assistant - Caps and The Fontaine Center

Department: UHC-The Fontaine Center

About The University Of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Employment Type: Employee

Advertised Salary: $11.75

Anticipated

Start Date:

02/15/2026

Posting Date: 02/04/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

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Duties/Responsibilities:

Administrative Support (50%) (Fontaine Center 40%)

• Scheduling appointments
• Answering phones and routing calls
• Assist with clerical tasks such as copying, emailing, and faxing
• Check in and process deliveries for the department
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, ensuring the workspace is organized and prepared
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with health center policies and procedures

Percentage Of Time: 90

Duties/Responsibilities:
Special Projects

• Collaborates with clinicians, managers, and directors on assigned special projects to support programmatic and operational needs

Percentage Of Time: 10

Classification

Title:

Student Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE:

• 50

Position Summary: The Student Assistant will provide front desk support for CAPS and the Fontaine Center at the University Health Center. This position works directly with students under the guidance of the Clinic Coordinator, CAPS and the Fontaine Center and in collaboration with members of CAPS and the Fontaine Center staff. This role offers valuable experience to the student in customer service and clinical settings, ideal for students pursuing careers in healthcare, public health, or related fields, but not limited to those fields.

UGA Minimum: Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

• Current enrollment in UGA

UHC Preferred:

• Prior experience in an office setting is preferred but not required.
• Students who are pursuing or interested in health-related fields

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies :

• Awareness of patient confidentiality and HIPAA & FERPA regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently or as a part of a…