Description
**28513BR**
**Job Title:**
Health Educator
**Department:**
Health Education Resource
**Primary Campus:**
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
**Job Description:**
**75%** Program Development
Create, implement, and assess university-wide programs and services specific to mental health and self-management, including suicide prevention, resilience building, and support with life transitions.
Research health topics for current issues, best practices, trends, etc.; design curriculum and any other related materials; and develop presentations for university students, staff, and faculty.
Provide in-person and virtual health coaching sessions.
Participate in campus-wide programming efforts.
Consult with marketing staff members to develop content to promote programs and services utilizing various marketing tactics.
Utilize various assessments to determine the effectiveness of the programs and services.
Present feedback on all activities on a routine basis to Associate Director.
**10%** Establish and build connections in various ways with students and campus partners to inform and provide support and resources available.
**5%** Attend professional development opportunities, such as seminars, workshops, and conferences on
healthcare topics to acquire knowledge to develop and/or improve health education programs and services.
**5%** Participate on various committees within the university and local community as appropriate.
**5%** Other duties as applicable.
**Req ID** **(Ex: 10567BR)** **:**
28513BR
**Disclaimer:**
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045,, 711 TTY.
**Work Schedule:**
8-5 M-F, some nights and weekends
**FLSA Status:**
Administrative
**Conditions of Employment:**
Contingent on Funding
**Contact Information to Applicants:**
Jenny McKee, jemckee@
**Required Qualifications:**
1. Master's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or related field of study OR Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or related field and three (3) years of experience may include internship, practicum, fieldwork, or related experience.
2. Two (2) years of experience in program development.
3. One (1) year of experience in data collection and assessment.
**Employee Class:**
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
**Advertised Salary Range:**
50,000
**FTE:**
1
**Preferred Qualifications:**
1. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification.
2. Experience working with college student populations and knowledge of current health-related issues and trends among college students.
3. Experience working with a variety of health topics.
4. Experience with public speaking.
**Position Overview:**
The Health Education Resource Office (HERO) is a source for KU student wellness through partnerships that support innovative approaches toward optimal health while maximizing academic and professional success.
This health education position is to assume responsibility for creating, implementing, and assessing university-wide wellness programs specific to mental health and self-management, including suicide prevention, resilience building, and support with life transitions. Other topic areas may include, but are not limited to: alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, sexual health and healthy relationships, and nutrition and food security. The goal is to support healthy lifestyles by promoting protective behaviors and reducing high-risk behaviors and/or negative consequences.
The incumbent in this position will see, hear, and possibly have access to confidential information that must be handled in accordance with all relevant state and federal laws and university policies and procedures regarding its use and disclosure.
HERO utilizes computer technology in all aspects of its operations. The incumbent must become familiar with and be able to use the appropriate computer hardware and software programs associated with this position.
The incumbent must become familiar with and adhere to the Watkins Health Center Customer Experience Plan to ensure appropriate interaction and positive outcomes with both internal and external customers.
HERO is a unit within Student Affairs.
**Reg/Temp:**
Regular
**Application Review Begins:**
05-Aug-2024
**Anticipated Start Date:**
16-Sep-2024
**Additional Candidate Instruction:**
Please make sure to submit a complete application. A complete application includes the following:
Cover Letter
Resume
3 Professional References
**The initial review of applications will begin on Aug. 5. 2024. For initial consideration, please apply by this date.**
**Job Family:**
EducationalSuport&Delivery-KUL
**Work Location Assignment:**
Hybrid
**Position Requirements:**
Other Requirements
Some nights and weekends.
Physical Requirements:
StandFrequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
WalkFrequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
SitFrequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
GrippingFrequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
Reach OutwardOccasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
Reach Above ShoulderOccasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
ClimbOccasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
CrawlN/A - Activity is not applicable to this position
Squat/KneelOccasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
BendFrequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
Lift/Carry:
10 lbs. or lessOccasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
11-20 lbs. Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
21-50 lbs. Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
51-100 lbs. N/A - Activity is not applicable to this position
Over 100 lbs. N/A - Activity is n
Compensation Information:
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Starting At: 0.0
Up To: 0.0
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