Student Wellness Coordinator Senior

Job Title
Student Wellness Coordinator Senior


Requisition Number
RE48096


Working Title
Prevention Specialist - Mental Health, Stress Reduction, and Collegiate Recovery Community


Department Name
1B370:Prev Outreach Wellness Ed Res POWER


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
44


Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


MA




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Required Related Experience


3 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 25lbs; sitting for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds.



Shift

Monday-Friday 40 hrs/week (typically 8:00am-5:00pm) with limited nights and weekends.



Job Summary

Prevention, Outreach, and Wellness Education Resources (POWER) is seeking a Prevention Specialist – Mental Health, Stress Reduction, and Collegiate Recovery Community. Leveraging best practices in prevention, this position will lead the development and implementation of comprehensive mental health programs and services designed to enhance student well-being. This role will focus on delivering services such as mindfulness, stress reduction, suicide prevention, health and wellness coaching, and facilitating small group sessions. Additionally, it will support the initiatives of the Collegiate Recovery Community. Key responsibilities will include orchestrating educational programs, presentations, monthly awareness events, workshops, and trainings. The incumbent will also supervise the STEPS Collegiate Recovery Coordinator and play a pivotal role in cultivating a campus culture that supports recovery and mental well-being. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of evidence-based well-being supports and harm reduction strategies, coupled with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong initiative and outstanding public speaking skills are also essential for this role.

The University of Kentucky Office of Student Success operates from a student-centered foundation. We seek to build a strong community through the care of and concern for every member of Student Success. We cultivate an equity-minded working and learning environment where people are seen and valued. We strive to revolutionize student success practice through a culture of ingenuity, excellence, agency, and accountability. The twenty-five units and five areas that comprise Student Success are committed to one vision: designing and delivering unparalleled student services. To learn more about the Office for Student Success, visit: https://studentsuccess.uky.edu/.





Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Daily computer use and able to quickly learn online programs.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred degree in health-related field.



Deadline to Apply
12/03/2024


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.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


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.