Student Wellness Specialist--Office of Student Health Services | CUNY York College - Military Veterans

Student Wellness Specialist--Office of Student Health Services POSITION DETAILS York College, founded in 1966, is a center of academic excellence in the heart of Jamaica, Queens. One of the eleven senior colleges in The City University of New York, the College???s mission is to enrich students' lives by fostering an environment where they???ll grow into passionate and engaged learners. York???s academic programs are housed in three schools: The School of Arts & Sciences, The School of Business and Information Systems, and The School of Health Sciences and Professional Programs. Over sixty baccalaureate programs from across a variety of disciplines, including accounting, aviation management, business, computer science, journalism, social work, teacher education, a dual BS/MS degree in Occupational Therapy, and one of the top-ranked nursing programs in New York State, provide students with opportunities to study liberal arts, sciences, and professional programs. The College also offers six graduate programs: Aviation Management, Clinical Trials Management, Pharmaceutical Science and Business, Physician Assistant, Social Work and Nursing Education. Located in Queens, the most ethnically diverse county in New York State, the College enrolls 7,000 students from over 95 nations. Nine out of ten students are members of a racial/ethnic minority group, and more than half of undergraduates are the first in their families to pursue higher education. The College???s 50-acre campus encompasses seven buildings, including science and computer labs, music and television studios, a Performing Arts Center, and a Health and Physical Education Center. The College recently completed seven major construction projects, with more scheduled for the future. In addition, its neighborhood is at the center of a renaissance fueled by economic revitalization. York College is committed to fostering integrity, diversity, intellectual discovery, and civic engagement to benefit its students, the community, and the world. Under the direction of the Director of Health Services, the Student Wellness Specialist will plan, organize, and direct Student Health Services programs and activities that will highlight the physical, social, and mental health needs and resources of students; including health conditions, prevention programming, health education, and awareness of resources and information to meet student health needs and ensure smooth, effective, and efficient department activities. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Develop and administer Student Health Services activities to enhance health awareness: ensure that related activities comply with established college and university standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Prepare and administer direct communication of health services, resources, information and health education. Develop and promote student-centered wellness initiatives that encourage active participation in health compliance and wellness education, fostering a supportive environment that empowers students to prioritize their health and well-being as a foundation for academic success. Conduct program evaluation and review processes and student learning outcome assessments. Serve as liaison to faculty and staff by collaborating to enhance the integration of services and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of health programs and services. Develop and conduct department orientations and training sessions. Participate in Divisional activities as assigned, including New Student Orientation and programming to support students during final exams such as Study Up ???Til Midnight. Oversee the collection, verification, and documentation of required student immunizations, particularly the MMR vaccine, to ensure compliance with New York State???s Public Health Law 2165 and CUNY policies. Track immunization compliance rates and generate reports for college leadership, identifying trends and recommending strategies to improve student adherence to health policies. Work closely with enrollment management and academic advisement staff to ensure timely communication of immunization requirements to new and returning students, supporting their successful enrollment and retention. Student Wellness Specialists will be expected to work some evenings and weekends. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required Preferred qualifications: Strong presentation, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to successfully work with and present to diverse learners and audiences. Experience with Finance modules (such as eProcurement and PeopleSoft/CUNYFirst) and other payment processing systems (such as QCF payment forms, Research Foundation payment forms, ePAF (Electronic Personnel Action Form). Strong organizational skills; Ability to adapt and thrive in a time-sensitive, dynamic, student-centered office. Motivated and enthusiastic self-starter with the ability to work well under pressure, take initiative, exercise sound judgment, discretion and tact in various situations, and solve problems creatively and diplomatically. Experience working productively in collaborative settings. Proficiency in using Excel and other computer and software programs with the willingness to learn new systems. CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW Develops and administers wellness programs and communications to serve student needs Works with colleagues in various departments to coordinate, develop and implement wellness programs, workshops, and activities Conduct assessments and need analysis relative to the wellness needs of students and tracks progress Prepares and administers surveys, statistical data and reports relative to the physical/wellness needs of students May maintain websites and produce written materials to promote student wellness related activities Performs related duties as assigned. Job Title Name: Student Wellness Specialist CUNY TITLE Higher Education Assistant FLSA Exempt COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world. $75,465 - $86,645 - Salary commensurate with education and experience. HOW TO APPLY In order to be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references (email and telephone). Please upload all materials as ONE DOCUMENT in doc, pdf, or rtf format. You may only apply online through the CUNY.edu job board. To apply: Please go to www.CUNY.jobs. Filter by Job Location by clicking on York College. The title of this position is Student Wellness Specialist--Office of Student Health Services, Job ID # 29420. Click on the title to view the entire job announcement. Click the ???Apply Now??? tab and follow the prompts from there, including creating an account or logging into a previously created account. York College/CUNY is an EEO/AA/IRCA/ADA Employer. CLOSING DATE February 8, 2025 JOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID 29420 Location York College