Student Wellness Specialist

Student Wellness Specialist

GENERAL DUTIES

Develops and administers wellness programs and communications to serve student needs

• Works with colleagues in various departments to coordinate, develop and implement wellness programs, workshops, and activities
• Conduct assessments and need analysis relative to the wellness needs of students and tracks progress
• Prepares and administers surveys, statistical data and reports relative to the physical/wellness needs of students
• May maintain websites and produce written materials to promote student wellness related activities
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Student Wellness Specialist

CONTRACT TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The College of Staten Island (CSI) is a City University of New York (CUNY) senior College organized around two academic divisions and three schools, with over 10,000 students. CSI offers a broad range of academic programs in the liberal arts and sciences, and in several professional areas. The College awards associate's, bachelor's, master's and clinical doctoral degrees, and in collaboration with The CUNY Graduate Center, numerous Ph.D. degrees. CSI's internationally recognized faculty passionately engage in scholarly and artistic activities, and together with a strong professional staff, lead students through transformational learning experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. The College is situated on a 204-acre site, has recently incorporated a residential component, and is currently engaging in capital expansion. It is a hub of intellectual and artistic activity and a community partner and source of economic impact and job creation for the greater Staten Island area.

The College's faculty, administration, and staff are committed to educational excellence as they instill in students an enduring love of learning and respect for pluralism and diversity. The College community recognizes its responsibility to strive for the common good, including an informed appreciation for the interdependence of all people, as well as providing students with the opportunities for successful future careers.

Reporting to the Student Health Services Director, the Student Wellness Specialist is responsible for the following:

• Develops and promotes a comprehensive campus-wide wellness and health education program to enhance student well-being and academic success through education, prevention, and outreach.
• Designs and delivers workshops, trainings, and digital content on key topics including sexual health, substance use prevention, mental health, sleep, self-care, healthy relationships, and general wellness.
• Manages the Peer Education Program and Wellness Drop-In Center, overseeing daily operations, student staff, and training of peer educators and graduate students.
• Develops and executes strategic outreach, marketing, and social media initiatives to increase awareness, engagement, and utilization of health and wellness services.
• Provides health counseling, assessment, crisis intervention, and referrals for individuals and targeted student groups, coordinating with campus and community partners.
• Creates and evaluates programs and services, including online resources, to expand access and improve effectiveness for diverse student populations.
• Collaborates with academic and student affairs to integrate wellness into the student experience and support retention and institutional goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Higher Education Administration, Social Work, or related field (preferred) and licensure, if applicable
• Demonstrated experience in higher education or student affairs settings (preferred)
• Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating health education and wellness programs (preferred)
• Experience providing crisis intervention, risk assessment, and student support in a college or young adult population
• Experience with program assessment, data analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making and demonstrate outcomes
• Experience working with diverse and underserved student populations
• Proven ability to build partnerships across campus departments and with external community organizations
• Experience with Adobe Express