Director, Student Health Services & Wellness

We have an opening for a Director of Student Health Services and Wellness at our Chattanooga State campus!

NOTE: The availability of this position is contingent upon sufficient funding

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values:

• We cultivate an inclusive environment.

• We care about the well-being of each other.

• We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Director of Student Health Services and Wellness will lead a team of professionals in delivering a variety of health services on the Chattanooga State main campus. The Director will plan, organize and direct Student Health Clinic programs, operations and activities addressing the physical, social and mental health needs of the students, including the screening, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of health conditions, prevention programming, health education, and health and safety risk management; coordinate and direct communications, services, resources and information to meet student health needs. The Director will supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Fiscal Stewardship and Program Innovation

• Ensure compliance with college, state, and federal standards and requirements governing health services

• Develop and manage budgets for Student Health Clinic

• Identify external revenue resources appropriate for Clinic sustainability

• Direct and participate in the preparation and maintenance of reports

Holistic Student Supports

• Evaluate and treat student health conditions as a licensed provider

• Direct health education function and activities to enhance student health and awareness

• Serve as primary contact for students visiting the Student Health Clinic

Support clinic staff in maintaining professionalism, sensitivity, and confidentiality.

Organizational Culture & Inclusive Practice and Teaching Excellence

• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff

• Ensure that required licensures and certifications are current for healthcare providers

• Develop department orientation and training sessions

• Maintain confidentiality of student files and records

Required Qualifications

• Hold a Master's Degree in Nursing as an APRN.

• Possess current CPR certification.

• Have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with students from diverse academic and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Licenses and other requirements:

• Hold an unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Tennessee.

• Hold an unencumbered license to practice as an advanced practice nurse in Tennessee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in student health services within an academic setting.

• Doctorate in Nursing.

Projected Salary Range: $69,290 - $86,610