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University of Kansas is Hiring a Health Educator Near Lawrence, KS
Position Overview
This health education position is to assume responsibility for creating, implementing, and assessing university-wide wellness programs specific to nutrition, food security, and smoking/tobacco cessation. Other topics areas may include, but are not limited to: alcohol and other drugs; sexual health and healthy relationships; and self-management. The goal is to support healthy lifestyles by promoting protective behaviors and reducing high-risk behaviors.
The incumbent in this position will see, hear, and possibly have access to confidential information that must be handled in accordance with all relevant state and federal laws and university policies and procedures regarding its use and disclosure.
HERO utilizes computer technology in all aspects of its operations. The incumbent must become familiar with and be able to use the appropriate computer hardware and software programs associated with this position.
The incumbent must become familiar with and adhere to the Watkins Health Center Customer Experience Plan to ensure appropriate interaction and positive outcomes with both internal and external customers.
HERO is a unit within Student Affairs.
In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 8 hours of sick leave earned every month, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. KU is a great place to work! The University actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Job Description
- Create, implement, and assess university-wide programs and services specific to alcohol, cannabis, and other substances as well as self-management related topics.
- Research health topics for current issues, best practices, trends, etc.; design curriculum and any other related materials; and develop presentations for university students, staff, and faculty.
- Provide in-person and virtual health coaching sessions.
- Participate in campus-wide programming efforts.
- Consult with marketing staff members to develop content to promote programs and services utilizing various marketing tactics.
- Utilize various assessments to determine the effectiveness of the programs and services.
- Present feedback on all activities on a routine basis to Associate Director.
5% Attend professional development opportunities, such as seminars, workshops, and conferences on healthcare topics to acquire knowledge to develop and/or improve health education programs and services.
5% Participate on various committees within the university and local community as appropriate.
5% Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- This position is hybrid. Incumbent works on campus and remote based on a set schedule.
- This position requires some evening and weekends for special events.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Behavioral Health or related field PLUS *three (3) years of related experience. *Three (3) years of experience may include internship, practicum, fieldwork, or related experience.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in program development.
- Minimum (1) year of experience in data collection and assessment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or related field of study.
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification.
- Experience working with college student populations and knowledge of current health-related issues and trends among college students.
- Experience working with diverse populations on health issues.
- Experience with public speaking.
Additional Candidate Instructions
- A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
- Resume or curriculum vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Application review begins Monday, July 24, 2023 and continues until a pool of qualified applicants is identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
jemckee@ku.edu
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Posting Information
- Posting ID: 25570BR
- Department: Health Education Resource
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Assignment: Hybrid
- Reg/Temp: Regular
- Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
- Review Begins: 24-Jul-2023
Job Summary
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