SUICIDE PREVERNTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

UAB group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator to advance campus-wide mental health promotion. You will work with students, faculty, staff, and partners to implement evidence-based prevention strategies and grant-funded initiatives for early intervention and help-seeking.

The role requires leadership in trainings such as MHFA and QPR, plus coordinating program activities, evaluating outcomes, and sustaining campus partnerships.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Higher Education Administration, or closely related field.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.
• Strong written communication, data management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Prevention Services and Consultation.
• Conduct mental health and suicide prevention screenings, consultations, and prevention-focused interventions for students.
• Provide guidance and consultation to faculty, staff, and campus partners regarding suicide prevention resources, referral processes, and best practices.
• Facilitate Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Education Programs.
• Deliver evidence-based trainings, including MHFA, QPR, and other educational programs.
• Educate students, faculty, staff, and community partners on mental health awareness, help-seeking, suicide prevention, and early intervention strategies.
• Grant Project Implementation and day-to-day management of grant-funded initiatives.
• Monitor timelines, objectives, deliverables, and partnerships to ensure successful implementation and compliance.
• Evaluate Program Outcomes and Effectiveness through data collection and reporting.
• Develop and Sustain Campus Partnerships with departments, student affairs, providers, and community groups.
• Advance campus-wide suicide prevention through strategic partnerships.
• Direct Mental Health Advocate Program Activities and recruit/train student advocates.
• Promote outreach and awareness initiatives and lead communications to reduce stigma.
• Organize Campus Events and maintain program operations, including the annual Suicide Prevention event.

Skills

Mental health knowledge

Public speaking

Data management

Partnership building

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - SUICIDE PREVERNTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR (T240665)

SUICIDE PREVERNTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR - ( T240665 )

Description

SUICIDE PREVERNTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities

This position offers a unique opportunity to help shape and advance a comprehensive, campus-wide approach to suicide prevention and mental health promotion. The Suicide Prevention Coordinator will serve as a key member of a multidisciplinary team and will work closely with students, faculty, staff, campus leaders, and community partners to implement evidence-based prevention strategies that support student well-being and safety. Will combine expertise in mental health, public health, education, and project management to advance grant-funded initiatives focused on suicide prevention, early intervention, and help-seeking.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Deliver Prevention Services and Consultation.
2. Conduct mental health and suicide prevention screenings, consultations, and prevention-focused interventions for students.
3. Provide guidance and consultation to faculty, staff, and campus partners regarding suicide prevention resources, referral processes, and best practices.
4. Facilitate Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Education Programs.
5. Deliver evidence-based trainings, including Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR), and other educational programs.
6. Educate students, faculty, staff, and community partners on mental health awareness, help-seeking, suicide prevention, and early intervention strategies.
7. Grant Project Implementation.
8. Assist with the management of the day-to-day activities associated with grant-funded initiatives.
9. Monitor project timelines, objectives, deliverables, and partnerships to ensure successful implementation and compliance with grant requirements.
10. Evaluate Program Outcomes and Effectiveness.
11. Collect, analyze, and interpret participation, assessment, and outcome data. Develop reports and recommendations to demonstrate impact, support grant reporting, and guide continuous quality improvement efforts.
12. Develop and Sustain Campus Partnerships. Cultivate collaborative relationships with academic departments, student affairs units, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
13. Advance campus-wide suicide prevention and mental health promotion initiatives through strategic partnerships.
14. Direct Mental Health Advocate Program Activities.
15. Recruit, train, and support student Mental Health Advocates.
16. Promote peer engagement and ensure program activities align with established goals and best practices.
17. Promote Outreach and Awareness Initiatives
18. Design and implement outreach strategies that increase awareness of mental health resources and suicide prevention programs.
19. Lead communication efforts that encourage help-seeking and reduce stigma.
20. Organize Campus Events and Maintain Program Operations.
21. Plan and execute the annual Suicide Prevention Fair and other mental health promotion events.
22. Maintain program records, training documentation, and operational systems necessary to support grant activities and program effectiveness.
23. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range

$18.35 – $24.75

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in Counseling, Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Higher Education Administration, or a closely related field is required. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of mental health, emergency, and community resources.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• Strong written communication, data management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to collect data and maintain accurate records.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Clerical & Administrative

Organization

142002000 Counseling Services

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite