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Communications Coordinator for Student Health and Wellness Job in Oxford, Ohio US

Communications Coordinator for Student Health and Wellness

MIAMI UNIVERSITY - Oxford, OH

Posted: 10/30/2024 - Expires: 1/28/2025

Job ID: 281285641

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Job Description

Job Title

Communications Coordinator for Student Health and Wellness

 

 

Department

Student Life Communications

 

 

Worker Type

Regular

 

 

Pay Type

Salary

 

 

Position Salary Minimum

$38,000 (equivalent to $45,600 FTE)

 

 

Position Salary Maximum

$41,000 (equivalent to $49,200 FTE)

 

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

 

 

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

33.33

 

 

Benefit Eligible

Yes

 

 

Screening Date

2024-11-11

 

 

Job Description Summary

The Communications Coordinator for Student Health and Wellness will develop and implement effective communication and student engagement strategies for mental health initiatives, campus services, and wellness resources. This role focuses on elevating awareness, understanding, and perception of mental health resources among students, families, community partners, and faculty/staff and making our culture of care more visible. The ideal candidate will contribute to building trust and confidence in our commitment to student health and wellness and the resources and services available.

This 10-month position is a member of the Division of Student Life team and reports to the Director of Communications for Student Life.

 

 

Job Description

The Communications Coordinator for Student Health and Wellness will develop and implement effective communication and student engagement strategies for mental health initiatives, campus services, and wellness resources. This role focuses on elevating awareness, understanding, and perception of mental health resources among students, families, community partners, and faculty/staff and making our culture of care more visible. The ideal candidate will contribute to building trust and confidence in our commitment to student health and wellness and the resources and services available.

 

This 10-month position is a member of the Division of Student Life team and reports to the Director of Communications for Student Life. 

 

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement communication strategies to promote student campus mental health and wellness resources (e.g., CARE Team, HOPE Line, Wellness Navigator, Welltrack Boost, blog, health and wellness funds, annual student health survey, etc.) to students, families, faculty, and staff.  

  • Create engaging prosocial content and campaigns related to mental health and well-being for various platforms, including newsletters, the Miami Family Connection, social media, signage, print materials, etc.

  • Coordinate a calendar of wellness messaging, in partnership with the university Committee for Mental Health and Well-being, that follows the flow of the academic calendar and associated stressors, engagement opportunities, and health-specific university requirements (i.e., immunizations, student health insurance, module completion, etc.).

  • Serve as web editor, reviewer, and publisher for university and departmental websites related to health and well-being, including the Wellness Navigator.

  • Manage communication projects relevant to health and well-being and collaborate with the Office of Student Wellness, Student Health Services, Student Counseling Service, and the university’s representative for student health insurance to ensure consistent and accurate messaging.

  • Track and analyze communication metrics to assess the effectiveness of strategies and make data-driven improvements.

  • Serve on divisional and/or university committees pertaining to health and wellness (i.e., MOSAIC).

  • Assist with other communications within the Division of Student Life as needed.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree, earned/conferred by first date of employment.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Attention to detail, ability to take direction, and a commitment to quality work.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a communication or public health related field. 

  • Demonstrated ability to identify the communication needs of diverse audiences and determine the best communications methods, messages, and tools to reach them.

  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, and strategies of public health education.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to develop content for a range of media, formats, and audiences.

  • Proficiency or willingness to learn communication tools and platforms (e.g., Cascade, Wordpress, Qualtrics, Canva, social media, etc.). 

 

 

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

This job is a 10-month position; the two months off can be spread throughout the year as non-contract days. This position is hybrid eligible after an introductory period.

 

 

Required Application Documents

Resume/CV, cover letter

 

 

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

 

 

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

 

This organization participates in E-Verify.

 

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.


Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.


Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.


Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html , which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.


Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.


Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
JR101287
Salary
$38,000.00 - $41,000.00 /year
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
N/A