Senior Wellness Coordinator

School of Nursing Established in 1931, Duke University School of Nursing is among the top-ranked of the nation’s nursing schools. The school is proud of its overarching commitment to educating the next generation of nurse leaders and advancing the roleof nurses and nursing in the transformation of health care and in the expansion of health equity. The School of Nursing has an inclusive and diverse community that supports the professional goals of its students, faculty, and staff as they pursue excellence. Comprised of 1,600 faculty, staff, instructors, and students, the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University School of Medicine, and Duke University Health System are a part of Duke Health. The Duke University Health System is a world-class health care network. Founded in 1998 to provide efficient, responsive care, the health system offers a network of health services. It encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Private Diagnostic Clinic, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Senior Wellness Coordinator is responsible for a broad range of activities that promote student wellness through the development, implementation, facilitation, and coordination of educational activities and programs. This position will provide wellness support to the School of Nursing and the Inter Professional Education Center. Responsibilities and effort are outlined in the essential duties below.

SUPERVISOR

This position reports to the Director of the Student Success Center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

 Wellness Support for SON (50%)

• Design, develop, the implement and evaluate ongoing wellness promotion and education/training materials, programs and activities; Including the identification and/or development of electronic, media, and instructional technology resources to support community wellness. Train students and staff on effective use of these new resources.
• Lead customized individual and small group support for self-regulation, resilience, and personal well-being to help students make behavioral changes that nurture long-term positive emotional well-being;  including wellness coaching sessions by request and community wide monthly wellness program and activities.
• Provide intervention for students facing academic, professional and general wellness challenges that could impact degree completion and overall success. Assess students' academic support needs and make recommendations or referrals to other undergraduate offices or services as appropriate.
• Use data to inform the development, implementation, and evaluation of student wellness programs and initiatives. Create and implement novel academic programs and enhance existing programs.  of community programs and initiatives.
• Serve on committees related to student and campus wellness and perform other duties as assigned.

Stress First Aid (50%)

• Lead in the sustainment of Stress First Aid programming within the SON for students, faculty, and staff using a combination of online and in-person formats.
• Promote SFA training opportunities and concepts to health professions students, faculty, and staff within and outside of the DU community. Recruit faculty, staff, students, and community members to assist with the facilitation and promotion of training for SFA and other wellness promotion activities.
• Lead grant and development support for continued support of SFA initiatives, including the identifying, requesting, and managing funding opportunities.
• Employ administrative management through program coordination and continued engagement with content experts.
• Maintain records of SFA training and booster sessions for program reporting.
• Provide recommendations on sustainment and growth of SFA program.
• Manage continuing education approval and crediting in collaboration with university partners.

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES

Education/Training

Master’s degree is required, preferably in student affairs, public health, health and wellness or a similar program.

Experience

Work requires 2 years related experience in a postsecondary education or health care setting.

Experience in wellness promotion/health education program management and/or administration experience preferably in a higher education setting is desired.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Master's degree is required.

Experience

At least 2 years of experience providing academic support, advising, setting. teaching or related engagement with students in a higher education.

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