"Student Worker Para Professional - Health & Wellness Student Paraprofessional (Limited, Part-time)"

Job Description

The Health and Wellness Student Paraprofessional position in the Recreation and Wellness Program within Student Life will assist in the coordination and operation of the Rec Center (Fitness Center, Gymnasium, Dance Room outdoor spaces), improving student wellness and retention. Direct services provided to participants, recruiting new participants. Support staff in building Recreation and Wellness program, and develop instructional materials.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Assist in operational oversight to provide a safe and inviting environment conducive to learning and wellness during open hours. Ensure students are following proper procedures for equipment/materials usage. Help maintain equipment and supplies.
• Provide support to the Student Life department regarding the creation of new or revised Rec Center instructional materials. Create fitness and nutritional plan templates, and support students in creating personalized plans.
• Meet regularly with the Student Life team (director, coordinators) to report student needs/progress.
• Provide support to the Student Life department regarding the creation of new or revised Rec Center programs and activities (i.e. group fitness programming and personal training).
• Maintain records, class materials, resources, and equipment in the Fitness Center.

Salary Range

Student Worker Para Professional: $17.84 – $20.89 hourly / $37,250 – $43,618 annually.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program.
• If the student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution they must be carrying at least six semester (nine quarter) credits.
• If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, the student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter.
• Demonstrated experience with Health Wellness/Physical Education or similar area.
• Demonstrates an ongoing understanding of cultural fluency. Incorporates culturally responsive practices and actively engages in antiracism professional development learning opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Physical Education, Health Wellness, or similar areas. Knowledge of related equipment.
• Ability to assist daily operations of the Fitness Center as well as provide work direction to work-study students.
• Excellent human relations in associating with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and visitors.
• Experience with organizing and maintaining accurate records, data, and inventory.

Other Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, frequently bend, lift, and maneuver items daily, and move and transport items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds regularly.
• Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies, up to 15 hours per work week. Evening hours might be required.

Telework

No

Application Procedure

Interested Individuals must apply online. Applications submitted by any other method cannot be considered. Please provide a cover letter, electronic resume, and any other documents as needed. All upload documents need to be under Resume/CV section. Attach names and contact information of at least four (4) references, two (2) managers and (2) two professionals, who can directly address your qualifications for this position. Please detail your experience in the areas of responsibility and describe how you meet the minimum qualifications on your application. Applicants must include transcripts to be considered and need to upload transcripts under Resume/CV Section. Copies of unofficial/official transcripts are acceptable for the screening process. The successful candidate will need to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.