Student Wellness Advocate (Located in Kearney, NE)

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University Of Nebraska Medical Center seeks a Student Wellness Advocate located in Kearney, NE. You will provide confidential assistance to UNMC students, serving as an information source and referral while promoting overall student well-being and helping students adapt to the rigors of health professions training.

Working with UNMC leadership, you will support initiatives across the campus to enhance wellness, resilience, and academic excellence, coordinating resources and guiding students

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working with students of diverse backgrounds to promote wellness and academic excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential and informal assistance to UNMC students at Kearney Campus, as information source and referral.
• Collaborate with UNMC leadership to promote student well-being and support students through training programs.
• Assist students in adjusting to demands of health professions training and navigate resources.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Student Wellness Advocate (Located in Kearney, NE)

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number

Staff_14920

Department

Student Success Administration 50011628

Business Unit

Academic Affairs

Reg-Temp

Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Remote/Telecommuting

No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

POSITION LOCATED IN KEARNEY , NE
Provide confidential and informal assistance to UNMC students at Kearney Campus: acting as a source of information and referral and aiding in answering individual’s questions. Collaborates with UNMC leadership to promote overall student well-being, help student adjust to the demands of health professions training programs, and support students throughout their journey.

Working Title Student Wellness Advocate (Located in Kearney, NE)

Job Title

Adv/Career/Std Svcs Specialist

Salary Grade

AS21S

Appointment Type

B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY

Salary Range

$45,800 - $64,100/annual

Job Requisition Begin Date

08/06/2026

Application Review Date

08/21/2026

Review Date Information

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This position is located in Kearney, NE. Are you willing to work in Kearney, NE?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience working with students of diverse backgrounds and cultures in the promotion of wellness and academic excellence?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have experience working with students of diverse backgrounds and cultures in the promotion of wellness and academic excellence? (Open Ended Question)
• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA. (Open Ended Question)
• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.