"Health and Wellbeing Specialist"

Department Summary

Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) is dedicated to the development of its diverse student body through close collaboration with the University Community, Alumni, Inter/national organizations, and the Ann Arbor Community. It provides quality academic, personal, social, and service opportunities that empower students to serve, lead, and conduct themselves with integrity and in accordance with sound values.

Position Summary

The Health and Wellbeing Specialist is responsible for setting the direction and advocating for the development of FSL's co-curricular programs and services that support student learning within fraternities and sororities. This position will work closely with the Assistant Director of Community Standards & Educational Programs to develop and coordinate programs, advise fraternities and sororities, and provide other educational programs within the University of Michigan's eight dimensions of wellness. This role also has key responsibilities that aid fraternity and sorority chapters in living into the FSL Office vision of supporting healthy, safe, equitable, and values-based fraternities and sororities that positively change and impact their members, communities, and beyond.

Primary areas of focus include:

• Program development and implementation.
• Student organization advising, consultation, and oversight (councils and fraternity/sorority chapters).
• Assist in assessment and evaluation in alignment with office and divisional assessment priorities.
• Administrative responsibility for areas of specialization within Fraternity & Sorority Life, including sexual misconduct prevention, bystander intervention, supporting alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and education, mental health, and other well-being initiatives.

This is a 2-year term-limited position.

Program Development (55%)

Oversee FSL Health and Wellbeing programming for the Interfraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, National Panhellenic Council, and Panhellenic Association, expanding upon existing prevention initiatives to raise awareness of risks related to alcohol and other drugs (AOD), hazing, sexual misconduct, and mental health. Develop and implement health and well-being educational workshops and learning experiences for fraternity and sorority members of all four councils. Maintain close relationships with key university departments and internal/external stakeholders in order to continuously assess and advance program content. Develop new educational programming around values-based recruitment; support student leaders to assess and strengthen existing peer-led programming. Work in partnership with the Assistant Director of Community Standards & Educational Programs to provide intervention when student behavior is potentially harmful to others, the community, and/or is self-destructive. Develop a course of action and education that will improve safety, reduce harm, and minimize critical incidents and risk.

Student Organization Advising (25%)

Provide education, direction, management, and leadership development opportunities to individual students and fraternities and sororities across all four councils to enhance student organization effectiveness across all 8 dimensions of wellness. Areas to address include academic performance, physical and psychological health/wellness, risk management, career aspirations, interpersonal conflict, social identity and justice, and personal and leadership development. Coach, consult with, and provide direction for the chapters and general membership of various councils. Assist staff and student leaders in the creation and facilitation of activities designed to create a cohesive fraternity/sorority community and serve as a resource for their communities at large. Provide conflict resolution for individual students and between student organizations. Together with other unit staff, advise fraternity and sorority-related committees and honor societies. Provide resources and education to chapter alumni advisors, housing boards, house directors, and other volunteers/staff members to assist their support of collegiate chapters, officers, and housing.

Administrative (15%)

Serve as a strategic partner to other Student Life Units, such as serving as a wellness coach with Wolverine Wellness, participating in programs offered by the Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Center (SAPAC), and other units that promote the wellness of students. Lead and participate in University-wide committees, including establishing liaison relationships with other departments, participating in roundtable discussions, and attending periodic meetings with student services offices across campus. Assist in the preparation and tracking of programming budget, providing documentation of evidence supporting requests for additional University funds. Participate in strategic planning efforts, including implementation of the FSL Strategic Plan, implementation of the Achievement Expectations Program, and development of annual unit goals. Work in partnership with the associate director and other FSL staff members to develop and implement assessment methods for programming and initiatives.

Supervision (5%)

Will supervise up to one Student Services Assistant I (Graduate Intern) if funding permits. Provides supervision and/or shared oversight for FSL student employees, council officers, chapter presidents, and executive board members when needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Full-time, part-time, graduate, or volunteer experience working to promote health and well-being.
• Experience in higher education, program administration, or student affairs.

Position Responsibilities Criteria

• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and be adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate change effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, and Google.

Financial/Budgetary Responsibility

Manage a budget of approximately $2,500, including tracking spending in accordance with departmental expectations.

Working Conditions

Position requires working on-site and the ability to work a flexible schedule during specific times of the year, including evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements

The person in this position regularly travels to various locations on campus and certain off-campus properties. The person in this position routinely presents at meetings and events and may need to move/transport items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds. The person in this position routinely moves through various facilities to attend meetings/events and access files or information. Travel may be required.