Wellness And Prevention Assistant

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Position Information

Posting Number Job Title Wellness and Prevention Assistant Department Counseling Services Rate of Pay $12.00 hourly FLSA Non-Exempt Estimated Number of Hours Per Week 15-20 Employment Status Part Time Temporary Student Appointment Type Jobship General Description

This position works to plan and provide population-level trainings, prevention programs, and awareness events to increase knowledge of campus and community resources, improve wellbeing (physical, mental, emotional), improve resiliency, and improve self-efficacy (social, emotional, academic).

Essential Job Duties

1. Work with the Counseling Services (CS) Prevention and Outreach team to develop a comprehensive prevention and outreach strategy.

2. Develop and implement outreach events for the campus community at large, as well as special populations.

3. Lead prevention programs, educational workshops, presentations in collaboration with and as assigned by supervisor.

4. Create materials for the campus community to increase knowledge and awareness of resources and mental health concerns affecting college students. Including, but not limited to social media, digital, and print content.

5. Educate and facilitate access to on-campus and off-campus resources.

6. Provide administrative and office support as needed and directed.

7. Other duties as the Senior Case Manager and Director.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree and currently enrolled in a graduate program

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of college mental health and human/college student development.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively deliver presentations in front of a large group.

• Ability to be detail-oriented and work with a high degree of accuracy.

• Demonstrate a high degree of integrity, respect, and commitment to diversity and tolerance.

• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility.

• Maintain behavior consistent with being a role model to the UM community.

• Ability to maintain a strict level of confidentiality in performing duties.

• Capable of learning and effectively use other software platforms utilized by the department.

• Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision.

• Ability to work as a contributing member of the CS team

Preferred Major Counseling Licenses, Certification or Registrations

None

Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Open Date 05/20/2022 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

Diversity Statement

In keeping with the charge of the President's Diversity Task Force, which is "to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment," UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.

EEO Statement

UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you currently a student (having been admitted or enrolled in classes) at the University of Montevallo?

• Yes

• No

• Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study by the Financial Aid Office?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents