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The Wellness Resource Center provides health promotion and prevention programs and services for undergraduate and graduate/professional students on a large, diverse university campus. Situated within Student Health & Well-Being, the WRC works closely with Counseling Center and Student Health Center professionals to provide a wide range of opportunities for students to assess their well-being, develop effective strategies, and think critically, so they can enjoy thriving well-being. Our staff collaborate with campus partners, student organizations and students to develop and implement effective programs and services.

Job Description

The University of Missouri’s Wellness Resource Center seeks a motivated, enthusiastic well-being advocate to serve as a health educator and coordinator for Substance Abuse Prevention.  This position plays a pivotal role in enhancing student health and well-being within the university.  This multifaceted position serves as a catalyst for creating a healthier, more informed, and supportive campus environment by promoting all aspects of student well-being. A successful candidate will have a passion for well-being, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a desire to help students succeed.

Essential Functions:

• Lead the Mizzou Partners in Prevention (MIZ-PIP) coalition, comprised of campus and community stakeholders, to develop and implement a strategic plan.
• Serve as the primary campus liaison to the Partners in Prevention statewide coalition and guide assessment efforts related to AOD issues on campus.
• Serve as the point person to ensure Drug Free Schools and Community Act compliance.  Responsible for drafting the Biennial Review and the Annual Notifications text.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to increase the health and well-being of Mizzou students, including alcohol and other drug (AOD) use and misuse, utilizing national best practice guidelines and contemporary research. 
• Use relatable, evidence-based approaches to help students navigate their health behaviors and habits to reduce risk and increase positive health outcomes.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programming, including outreach efforts, workshops, and trainings, including AOD topics.
• Provide consultation and training to professional staff within the campus community on health and well-being issues.
• Identify innovative projects, marketing campaigns, and communication approaches to include social norms to create a healthier campus environment.
• Coordinate large programs, events, and trainings.
• Works closely with the Division of Student Affairs Marketing and Communications staff to develop and execute a communication plan for population level prevention messaging and outreach opportunities via social media and other avenues.
• Organize national and state level well-being surveys. Communicate and utilize the data to inform partners and programs.
• Work collaboratively with staff of the Wellness Resource Center and Student Health & Well-Being.
• Serve on committees and other task forces as assigned.

• Other Information

  Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources.  Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

  Benefit Eligibility

  This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

  Values Commitment
  
  We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

  In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

  To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a college health setting.
•  Master’s degree in health promotion, health education, public health or a related field.
• Experience working in a college health setting. CHES or MCHES certification.
• Excellent written & oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
• Strong organizational and program management skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Experience designing and implementing best practices prevention strategies.
• Demonstrated success coordinating large programs, events, and trainings.
• Strong understanding of youth culture and trends.
• Experience informing marketing and social media campaigns and initiatives.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of current research related to AOD-based practices.
• Experience with community coalition leadership.

About University of Missouri

University Description The University of Missouri (www.missouri.edu) (MU, Mizzou), with approx. 31,000 students and more than 300 degree programs in 19 colleges and schools, has a reputation for excellence in scholarship, research and student services. MU is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), one of only 64 member universities in total. The campus is an attractive environment, and the facilities and services available to students are among the best. Mizzou, is a member of the Southeastern Conference, competing in a variety of sports at the 1A level. The following links provide more information: https://missouri.edu/visit http://measuresup.missouri.edu/?utm_source=Homepage&utm_medium=Homepage&utm_campaign=homepageBanner Region Description Columbia, Missouri (http://www.visitcolumbiamo.com/) with a population of approx. 126,000 offers a high quality of life with numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, art, music, sports, shopping, and community service. In addition to MU, Columbia College and Stephens College are located in the city and five other colleges and universities are within 30 miles of Columbia. Columbia Public Schools ar...e highly regarded and have a solid reputation for quality: http://www.cpsk12.org/site/default.aspx?PageID=1 Columbia’s centralized location offers quick access to St. Louis and Kansas City (each within a 2-hour drive), as well as the State Capitol, Jefferson City. Columbia Regional Airport offers service via American Airlines with direct flights to Chicago and Dallas-Ft. Worth. Columbia is home to the multi-use MKT Trail, which is connected to the Katy Trail that stretches 240 miles across Missouri. Columbia is known as a “festival town,” as it is host to the internationally-renowned True/False Film Festival (https://truefals.org/) and the Roots N Blues music festival (https://rootsnbluesfestival.com). There are various opportunities to get involved with community organizations and volunteering across a range of social issues and interests. Columbia celebrates and has space for numerous faiths including Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Christianity, and non-denominational spirituality. Columbia is also a regional center for medical services (including the MU Medical school and MU Hospitals and Clinics) and a home to several major insurance companies, home loan companies, and industry.

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