Health Education Specialist

Newark, NJ, United States

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Job Category Staff & Executive - Student Affairs and Services

Department

Department Student Health - Nwk

Overview

Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Health Education Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Health Promotion Division ( HPD ), the Health EducationSpecialist is a crucial member of the team in fulfilling HPD’s mission: to make wellbeing easier. This individual is responsible for developing a comprehensive health promotion strategy and implementing environmental approaches to support student health and wellness on campus.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following.

Specific areas of oversight include qualitative and quantitative assessment and evaluation, peer education, peer applied theatre, peer wellness coaching, evidence-informed interventions, informational services for outreach, and a socio-ecological approach to support campus/University policies and initiatives in order to cultivate a nourishing campus culture across all 10 dimensions of wellbeing (career, digital, emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, multicultural, physical, social, and spiritual).

Works collaboratively with other members/departments within the Health and Wellness Unit of the Division of Student Affairs, as well as with departments throughout the Newark campus and University to form collective goals and foster a health promoting environment. This person represents HPD throughout the Newark campus and surrounding community while participating in cross-collaborative teams promoting wellness, health equity, and working toward social justice. This individual must be able to respond to and advocate for diverse student needs, and build support, collaboration, and community.

Supervises and mentors student office managers and student staff

Supports the department’s outreach, marketing, and communication

Position Status Position Status Full Time

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Requires a Master’s degree in a related field OR or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates applied knowledge in developing curriculum, implementing, and evaluating health education programs with adult learners.

Also requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience in health promotion, public health, wellness coaching, or a related field

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have highly effective verbal/oral and written communication skills and have demonstrated collaboration and community-building skills

Wellness Coach certification, or ability to become certified as a priority

Ability to develop training for peer wellness coaches and must be comfortable teaching skills, specifically in positive psychology and motivational interviewing

Existing health education knowledge and experience as a generalist

Understanding of and experience with issues related to social justice, diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion, working with under-represented minority groups, first-generation student needs, and/or multicultural programs and services

Serve a diverse population and work in-depth with peer educators, peer actors, and peer wellness coaches

Preferred Qualifications Certified Health Education Specialist ( CHES ) or CHES eligible. Wellness coach certified or eligible.

Minimum of two years of professional experience in higher education

Experience advising peer educators/peer leaders in higher education

Master’s degree or advanced certification in Public Health, Health Promotion, Health Education, integrative wellness or related field

Mastery of Office 365 and Microsoft Office Suite

Familiarity with Canva/Adobe Creative Suite preferred

Working knowledge of traditional office equipment (i.e. copier, scanner, printer, laminating machine, multi-line telephone, laptops, etc.…)

Familiarity with emerging social media trends and online teaching platforms.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Fast-paced work environment

Special Conditions Posting Number

Posting Number 24ST0090

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 02/12/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* What is the highest level of education you have completed? High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Ph.D.

* Do you have a minimum of two years of relevant experience in health promotion, public health, wellness coaching, or a related field? Yes

No

* Do you have any of the following qualifications or skills? Please select all that apply. Master’s degree in a related field

An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates applied knowledge in developing curriculum, implementing, and evaluating health education programs with adult learners

Wellness Coach certification, or ability to become certified as a priority

Existing health education knowledge and experience as a generalist

Ability to develop training for peer wellness coaches and must be comfortable teaching skills, specifically in positive psychology and motivational interviewing

Required Documents Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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