Job Information
University of Kansas Health Educator in Lawrence, Kansas
29531BR
Job Title:
Health Educator
Department:
Watkins Health Services
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
75% - Program Development:
Create, implement, and assess university-wide programs and services specific to nutrition and food security.
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.
Establish and build connections in various ways with students and campus partners to inform and provide support and resources available.
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 the Associate Director.
10%:
- Provide CPR instruction to students, faculty, and staff as requested.
5%:
- Attend professional development opportunities, such as seminars, workshops, and conferences on health care 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 applicable.
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
29531BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule:
M-F 8am to 5pm some nights and weekends.
FLSA Status:
Administrative
Conditions of Employment:
Contingent on Funding
Contact Information to Applicants:
Jenny Mckee
jemckee@ku.edu
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 one (1) year of experience in data collection and assessment.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
50,000-55,000
FTE:
1.0
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, as evidenced in application materials.
Experience working with a variety of health topics, as evidenced in application materials.
Experience with public speaking, as evidenced in application materials.
Position Overview:
The Health Education Resource Office (HERO) is a source for KU student wellness through partnerships that support innovative approaches toward optimal health while maximizing academic and professional success.
This health education position is to assume responsibility for creating, implementing, and assessing university-wide wellness programs specific to nutrition and food security. Other topic areas may include, but are not limited to: alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, sexual health and healthy relationships, and mental health and self-management. The goal is to support healthy lifestyles by promoting protective behaviors and reducing high-risk behaviors and/or negative consequences.
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.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
13-Jan-2025
Anticipated Start Date:
17-Feb-2025
Additional Candidate Instruction:
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
Resume
List of three (3) professional references
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins Monday, January 13th. 2025. For consideration, please apply no later than Sunday, January 12th, 2025.
Job Family:
EducationalSuport&Delivery-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
Hybrid
Position Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
Stand - Frequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
Walk - Frequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
Sit - Frequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
Gripping - Frequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
Reach Outward - Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
Reach Above Shoulder - Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
Climb - Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
Crawl - N/A - Activity is not applicable to this position
Squat/Kneel - Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
Bend - Frequent - Requires this activity 33% to 66% of the time
Lift/Carry:
10 lbs. or less Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
11-20 lbs. Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
21-50 lbs. Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
51-100 lbs. N/A - Activity is not applicable to this position
Over 100 lbs. N/A - Activity is not applicable to this position
Push/Pull:
12 lbs. or less. Occasional - Requires activity up to 33% of the time
13-25 lbs. N/A - Activity is not applicable to this position
26-40 lbs. N/A - Activity is not applicable to this position
41-100 lbs. N/A - Activity is not applicable to this position