Student Wellness Program Coordinator - Student Wellness

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is seeking a Student Wellness Program Coordinator to develop, implement, and evaluate health programs that foster a culture of well-being for students.

The role supports wellness initiatives, coordinates intramural and recreation activities, and provides health promotion education and outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health education, public health, wellness, student affairs, or related field (3 years related experience).
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to develop and deliver health education materials.
• Experience coordinating student health programs and partnerships with campus departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate student health and well-being programs.
• Coordinate prevention/outreach events to improve student health.
• Deliver health education sessions, workshops, and tabling activities.
• Coordinate intramural and recreation activities promoting physical activity.
• Collaborate with campus departments, vendors, and student organizations to expand wellness programming.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising student staff and Wellness Ambassadors.
• Maintain records of outreach activities, participation, and evaluation data.

Skills

Communication

Program development

Public health

Project management

Collaboration

Presentation skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in health education / public health / wellness

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in health education, public health, wellness, student affairs, or a related field and three (3) years of job-related experience in health education, peer education, student programming, or related areas.

Job Summary

The Student Wellness Program Coordinator supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of health programs and activities that foster a culture of well-being for students. This position plays a key role in supporting student well-being programs, coordinating intramural and recreation activities, and providing health promotion education and outreach.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Must be flexible to work occasional evening or weekend hours supporting events and programs.

Job Duties

Develop, implement, and sustain student health and well-being programs.

• Coordinate prevention and outreach events designed to improve student health and well-being.
• Develop and deliver health promotion education, presentations, workshops, and tabling events for students.
• Create and distribute wellness-related educational content and campaigns.
• Coordinate health promotion outreach to academic programs, including classroom presentations and curriculum-integrated wellness initiatives.
• Coordinate intramural and recreation activities that promote physical activity and student engagement.

Collaborate and serve as a liaison with key partners to enhance student wellness

• Collaborate with campus departments, committees, vendors, and community organizations to expand the reach and impact of wellness programming.
• Partner with student organizations, student leaders, and other identified populations to develop and implement well-being initiatives.
• Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of student staff and Wellness Ambassadors, supporting leadership development and program implementation.

Support departmental operations, events and special projects as needed

• Provide general support to students seeking wellness-related resources and referrals.
• Manage and respond to incoming requests for wellness education presentations, tabling events, and outreach collaborations.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, participation, and evaluation data.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Moderate skills in communication both oral and written; use of current and emerging technologies to deliver services.
• Moderate to strong knowledge of UTMB and UT System policies and procedures.
• Position may involve light physical activity related to intramural or wellness events.
• Competent use of personal computers and general office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook electronic mail.
• Ability to manage projects and organize work.
• Develop ideas and programs to meet customer needs.
• Competent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Experience collaborating and integrating Employee Health & Wellness and Human Resource programs for delivery of services to meet customer needs.
• Experience in program development related to UTMB’s diverse and geographically widespread workforce.
• Strong customer service skills.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0142 - Administration Bldg