Health Educator

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics Classification: Professional Faculty Job Category: Administrative or Professional Faculty Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk) Location: Fairfax, VA Workplace Type: On Site Required Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visasponsorship Salary: Salary commensurate with education andexperience Criminal Background Check: Yes Motor Vehicle Records Check: Yes Important Eligibility Requirement Employees in this position are required to operate universityvehicles in accordance with George Mason University Vehicle UsePolicy 1411. Applicants must possess and maintain an active, validdriver’s license that satisfies university requirements. Finalcandidates are subject to a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review, andsuccessful completion of the review is a condition ofemployment. Minor or major driving violations may affect eligibility foret employment. Applicants with prior driving infractions need toreview the Eligibility & MVR Review Information ( English / Spanish) before applying. About the Department George Mason Athletics unites communities by developing championswith a mission to inspire and transform lives through the power ofsports. Mason Athletics serves 500 student-athletes in 22 NCAADivision I sports. We are a proud member of the Atlantic 10Conference with over 20 Conference Championships, NCAAChampionships in Women’s Soccer and Men’s Indoor Track, an NCAAappearance in Women’s Basketball, and an NCAA Final Four appearancewith Men’s Basketball, and over 30 individual National Champions.We are student-focused, education-centered, and committed toproviding transformational experiences for our student-athletes andstaff. Our five priorities are Student-Athlete Experience,Competition, Resources, Storytelling & Engagement, andChampionship Culture. About the Position The Health Educator for Intercollegiate Athletics serves as anintegral member of the Student-Athlete Health and Performance Teamand works under the direction of the Athletics Mental HealthClinician. The position is responsible for developing,implementing, and evaluating evidence-based health education andprevention initiatives that enhance the overall well-being,resilience, and performance of George Mason student-athletes. The Health Educator focuses on proactive education, prevention, andteam-based programming that complements the work of the AthleticsMental Health Clinician. This position collaborates closely withSports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Sports Nutrition, Student-Athlete Development, Academic Support, and coaching staffsto deliver programming that addresses the unique physical, mental,emotional, and social demands of Division I student-athletes. The Health Educator serves as the department's primary resource forstudent-athlete wellness education while helping create a culturethat prioritizes performance, resilience, healthy decision-making,and holistic student-athlete development. Responsibilities Direct and Indirect Services Develop, coordinate, and deliver comprehensive healtheducation, wellbeing, and prevention programming tailoredspecifically to Division I student-athletes. Responsibilitiesinclude: Partner with the Athletics Mental Health Clinician to developand implement an annual student-athlete health and well-being andprevention plan for all varsity teams aligned with NCAA,university, and Athletics Department priorities. Coordinate anddeliver team-based educational sessions and wellness programmingthroughout the academic year; Support prevention and early-intervention initiatives designedto reduce barriers to student-athlete well-being and promotehelp-seeking behaviors; Collaborate with coaches and athletics support staff toidentify student-athlete wellness education and programmingneeds; Administrative Duties Participate in CARES Team meetings and other interdisciplinarymeetings, as appropriate, to promote communication andcollaboration across student-athlete support services. AttendAthletics Department staff meetings and other departmentalmeetings, as appropriate, to remain informed of departmentalpriorities and initiatives; Serve as a collaborative resource to internal and externalpartners regarding student-athlete wellness education, preventionprogramming, and available support resources; Support communication and coordination among appropriatepartners to promote a holistic and integrated student-athleteexperience; and Maintain collaborative relationships in accordance withapplicable university policies, privacy standards, andconfidentiality protocols. Strategic Planning, Assessment & DepartmentInitiatives Develop an annual student-athlete wellness educationcalendar; Assess programming effectiveness using measurable outcomes andstudent feedback; Prepare annual reports outlining participation, educationaloutcomes, and recommendations; Assist with NCAA Mental Health Best Practices implementation;and Represent Athletics on campus wellness committees whenappropriate. Perform other relevant duties as assigned by thesupervisor Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in: Health Education; Public Health;Community Health; Exercise Science; Psychology; Kinesiology; HealthPromotion; or related field or the equivalent combination ofeducation and experience; Typically, 2+ years of experience in health education, wellnessprogramming, student affairs, collegiate athletics, healthcare, orrelated field; Experience developing and delivering educationalpresentations; Experience coordinating health promotion initiatives; Knowledge of evidence-based health promotion and preventionstrategies; Knowledge of issues affecting Division I student-athletes orelite athletes; Skill in public speaking and facilitation skills; Skill in organizational and project management skills; Ability to educate diverse student populations; Ability to develop engaging team presentations; Ability to collaborate with coaches and interdisciplinaryperformance staff; Ability to analyze program outcomes and recommendimprovements; Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise soundjudgment; and Valid driver's license: must currently possess an appropriate,active, valid motor vehicle operator’s license that meets all ofGMU’s requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment underMason’s Vehicle Use Policy 1411 The Officeof Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver’slicenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidatesselected with employment contingent upon a favorable review. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in: Health Education; Public Health; CommunityHealth; Exercise Science; Psychology; Kinesiology; HealthPromotion; or related field; Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES); CHES or MCHEScertification; Mental Health First Aid certification; Training related to NCAA Mental Health Best Practices; Suicide prevention/gatekeeper training; Motivational Interviewing; Experience working with NCAA student-athletes; Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcareteams; Experience in mental health prevention programming; Experience assessing educational outcomes and programeffectiveness; Experience working in collegiate athletics or with young adultpopulations; and Knowledge of NCAA Mental Health Best Practices. Posting Open Date November 5, 2026 For Full Consideration, Apply by: November 19, 2026 Open Until Filled Yes Mason Ad Statement George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 researchuniversity committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperousworld. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largestand most diverse public research university in Virginia, offeringdegree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level,along with certificates and credentials. George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment forstudents, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. Webelieve in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancingour mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; andwe believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity oforigin, identity, circumstance, and thought. 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