What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Education Program Coordinator position at Lamar University?
Position Information
Posting Number
20112686
Position Title
Health Education Program Coordinator #441896
FTE
1.00
Position Type
Staff
Department
Student Health Center
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
This position is responsible for assisting with the coordination of health education services provided to the students of Lamar University and Lamar Institute of Technology. Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Health Education, this position will help assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating theory-based and evidence-informed health promotion strategies, policies, programs, and services. Such initiatives include prevention activities and health assessments, engagement and cultivation of interdepartmental and student partnerships and address campus health needs in support of student retention and sustainability. This position aims to utilize the theoretical frameworks and planning models in applying and evaluating individual, campus, and community health status.
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities
This position is responsible for assisting with the coordination of health education services provided to the students of Lamar University and Lamar Institute of Technology. Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Health Education, this position will help assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating theory-based and evidence-informed health promotion strategies, policies, programs, and services. Such initiatives include prevention activities and health assessments, engagement and cultivation of interdepartmental and student partnerships and address campus health needs in support of student retention and sustainability. This position aims to utilize the theoretical frameworks and planning models in applying and evaluating individual, campus, and community health status.
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities
- Collaborates with campus departments, organizations, and civic groups on and off campus to develop health and wellness programs, events, and activities for students.
- Promote the Student Health Center as a whole through appropriate social media, advertising, handouts, reports, bulletins, films, videos, photographs, posters, etc.
- Manage the departmental social media pages and website in collaboration with the Assistant Director to ensure they remain up to date.
- Maintain inventory of promotional items used in tablings, new student orientations, and other related events in which items are given away to students.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the department’s student employees and volunteers.
- Maintains a collaborative relationship with appropriate departments and offices across campus.
- Supports campus policies that advance and promote health and well-being.
- Carries out other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Director of Health Education and upper management.
Who We Are:
Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:
Benefits:
At Lamar University one of the ways, we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- Life insurance
- State of Texas Retirement plans
- Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
- Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
What You’ll Need to Succeed – Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, health promotion, health policy or health education or closely related field from an accredited university with evidence of university level health education course work and presentations.
- Two to five years’ experience in the field of health, public health, health promotion, or health policy or closely related field.
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary
$50,502 - $55,000
Work Hours
Posting Date
06/15/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions
Salary : $50,502 - $55,000
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