Student Wellness Specialist

Student Wellness SpecialistThe Student Wellness Specialist, reporting to the Associate Director of Wellness and Recreation, is responsible for leading student wellness programming and promotion to build a campus environment where students feel educated and empowered to make healthy and responsible choices that contribute to their overall personal and academic success. This position is designated as Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is responsible for reporting crimes and other incidents to the Clery Act Compliance Officer for inclusion in the Annual Campus Security Report in accordance with the Federal Clery Act and GGC policy.Develop, implement, and evaluate outreach programs that address the health and wellness needs of the student population through presentations, events, and educational initiatives on topics including stress and time management, sleep hygiene, sexual health, alcohol and other drug misuse, tobacco cessation, healthy relationships, food and nutrition, and other relevant wellness topics. Serve as the College's Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Coordinator, developing and implementing strategies focused on awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and treatment related to alcohol and other substance misuse. Collaborate with campus offices, college programs, community partners, and vendors to coordinate, implement, and evaluate risk-reduction programs, initiatives, and activities. Track, maintain, and organize programming records and supporting documentation required for the College's Biennial Review. Supervise, train, develop, and evaluate student assistants assigned to wellness programming. Manage program inventory and ensure equipment and resources are maintained in safe and operable condition. Develop and implement collaborative health and wellness programming opportunities for the campus community. Develop, enforce, review, and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and policy manuals. Respond to facility, staff, and participant needs and perform other duties as assigned.4 Year / Bachelor's degree required in a related field 1-2 years' experience in a health promotion, student wellness, recreational, or public health setting.Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in health education and health promotion within higher education settings. Demonstrated record of successful staff development, supervision, and management. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a collegiate environment. Active membership and professional involvement in relevant industry organizations, such as NIRSA. Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential or ability to obtain CHES certification within one year of employment.42,100 - 50,500 Salary offer will be dependent on candidate's experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines.Working knowledge of computers and software applications used for word processing, data management, spreadsheets, presentations, reporting, and related administrative functions. Knowledge of Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) standards and their application to higher education policies, procedures, and programs. Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities and priorities. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written, verbal, and oral formats. Knowledge of NASPA best practices related to alcohol, drug, and violence prevention within higher education settings. Knowledge of NIRSA guidelines and best practices applicable to collegiate recreation and wellness programs.The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io of Trust + EducationDue to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.