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Support & Wellness Specialist
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25270454 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $64,300 - $114,300 |
Position Information
The Support & Wellness Specialist will promote personal wellness planning using 8 dimensions of wellness for School of Medicine residents and students. Responsible for development and implementation of education, teambuilding, social events, promotional materials, and other projects that support the overall wellbeing of students, residents, fellows, and faculty. Provides group and individual support to UME & GME learners in wellness planning and mental health needs. Works with class elected wellness representatives in evaluating and addressing cohort needs and is responsible for outreach and promotion of mental health programs and resources. Develops wellness related programming and researches, compiles, and analyzes wellness services data. Will ensure regulatory and accreditation standards are met and that initiatives are implemented in support of the continued growth and success of UME & GME programs. The budgeted hiring maximum is up to $75,800.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Master's Degree in; Health Promotion, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or equivalent. | Preferred |
Licenses
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| LCSW, LMFT, LEP and/or LPCC license or license eligible in California. | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience in researching in compiling and analyzing data. | Preferred |
| Experience working with healthcare professionals. | Preferred |
| Clinical experience providing mental health support/consultation. | Required |
| Experience in providing supportive counseling and crisis intervention services, wellness education, prevention, health promotion, mental health, or a related field (preferably in higher education). | Required |
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
| Experience in program assessment and evaluation. | Required |
| Experience working with diverse populations and underrepresented communities and 1st generation students. | Required |
| Experience in wellness programming from a multi-dimensional perspective of wellness. | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Travel to various SOM and affiliate sites as needed. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Effective interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client groups.
Effective organizational skills.
Ability to analyze, interpret and respond to client needs.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Thorough knowledge of the health promotion and education field.
Thorough knowledge of the design and delivery of related programs.
Skills associated with both the development and delivery of health education programs and services.
Passion for growing, developing and empowering students on wellness initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to deliver clear and concise presentations and reports.
Ability to lead and motivate others.
Ability to quickly assess and problem solve in complex situations through effective listening, consultation, data analysis and critical thinking skills.
Ability to promote and market wellness programs, events and activities to gain learner involvement in wellness initiatives.
Effective organizational skills.
Ability to analyze, interpret and respond to client needs.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Thorough knowledge of the health promotion and education field.
Thorough knowledge of the design and delivery of related programs.
Skills associated with both the development and delivery of health education programs and services.
Passion for growing, developing and empowering students on wellness initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to deliver clear and concise presentations and reports.
Ability to lead and motivate others.
Ability to quickly assess and problem solve in complex situations through effective listening, consultation, data analysis and critical thinking skills.
Ability to promote and market wellness programs, events and activities to gain learner involvement in wellness initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview