Campus Health Specialist II

Department: Campus Health Services, Division of Student Affairs – Belknap Campus

Full-time, exempt position with a 37.5-hour regular workweek including occasional evening and weekend hours as required.

About the role

The Campus Health Specialist II (working title: Health Navigator, Alcohol and Drug Education Programs) creates and presents educational programs focused on reducing alcohol and drug impacts on college students, provides outreach for Campus Health Services, educates students on available programs and services, and teaches students how to navigate health care entities post-graduation. This position also evaluates and guides the development of a comprehensive campus-wide approach to educational programming.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to reduce high-risk drinking and drug use by maintaining and developing comprehensive campus-wide and community-integrated prevention efforts regarding alcohol and substance abuse impacting the college student population.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of programming related to alcohol and drug use prevention efforts, policies, and procedures that promote resiliency, critical thinking skills, and student retention.
• Collaborate with the Dean of Students Office, Counseling Center, Student Affairs staff, University Housing and the Resident Experience, Athletics, Greek Life, other student groups, academic units, and community partners to address alcohol and substance abuse through information and programming.
• Educate students about Campus Health Services and related resources in collaboration with the Dean of Students Office, Counseling Center, Student Affairs staff, University Housing and the Resident Experience, UofL Athletics, Greek Life, student groups, and academic units.
• Attend Freshmen Orientation sessions to promote alcohol use education and educate students and parents about Campus Health Services resources.
• Serve and participate on University and community committees addressing issues related to alcohol and substance abuse.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and University partners to identify potential funds and draft and submit competitive grant proposals to support continual programming.
• Coordinate and manage First-Year Experience classes to promote alcohol and drug education and Campus Health Services.
• Collaborate with Student Affairs marketing staff to develop and expand the presence of alcohol and drug use education on campus, to families, and to potential students and families.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Finance and Operations to develop program budgets and manage grants.
• Manage and supervise student workers of the University’s Alcohol and Drug Education programs.
• Assist with other Division initiatives and operations, including but not limited to freshman orientation, Welcome Week, and resident move-in events.
• Perform other duties and complete special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, health education, counseling, college student personnel administration, or social or behavioral science.
• Experience in alcohol and drug education strategizing and programming.
• Experience drafting grants and managing grant proposals.
• Proficient public speaking, group facilitation, and coalition-building skills.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working in a collegiate environment.
• Experience working within a bureaucratic organizational structure.
• Track record of working successfully within a team.
• HIPAA and FERPA training certification.
• Ethics training certification.
• QPR training certification.

Benefits

The University of Louisville offers competitive benefits and perks to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Visit the University of Louisville Total Rewards webpages for details.

Pay

Target salary range: $57,000 - $63,000.