THRIVE 365 (JED) Coordinator

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dual Career Partner Program

Tuition Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi seeks a THRIVE 365 (JED) Coordinator to lead the SAMHSA-funded Pathways to Hope initiative, focusing on suicide prevention, mental health promotion, campus partnerships, and grant compliance.

The role requires coordinating programs, training, outreach, and collaboration with campus and community partners to support student wellbeing and crisis response. A relevant degree and experience in student affairs or public health are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Student Affairs or closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in student affairs, behavioral health, wellness, public health or project management.
• Master’s degree with one (1) year of experience may substitute for the minimum.
• Experience coordinating programs, training, outreach initiatives and partnerships.
• Strong communication, organizational and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of grant goals, objectives and activities.
• Manage timelines, meetings, budgets, reporting and compliance requirements.
• Support evaluation, performance tracking and SAMHSA reports.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Student Affairs or closely related field

Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, or closely related field

Job description

Job TitleTHRIVE 365 (JED) Coordinator Agency Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Department Student Wellbeing Unit Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCorpus Christi, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description

Purpose

This position will provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of the SAMHSA funded THRIVE 365 Pathways to Hope initiative, including suicide prevention, mental health promotion, community partnerships, JED campus activities and grant compliance.

Responsibilities

• Project Management and Grant Administration: 40%
  • Coordinate implementation of all grant goals, objectives and activities
  • Manage project timelines, meetings, budgets, reporting and compliance requirements
  • Support evaluation, performance tracking and annual/final SAMHSA reports
  • Coordinate Advisory Committee and JED campus activities.
• Prevention Programming and Outreach: 35%
  • Coordinate QPR and Green Zone training programs
  • Lead awareness campaigns promoting 988, Veterans Crisis Line and campus resources
  • Manage THRIVE 365 outreach, workshops, wellness events and communication efforts.
  • Engage students, faculty, staff and families in prevention and education activities.
• Partnerships and Student Support Coordination: 25%
  • Coordinate community partnerships, MOUs and referral networks.
  • Support screening, referral, follow-up and care coordination processes
  • Assist with crisis response, postvention planning and policy implementation.
  • Collaborate with UCC, Care & Assistance, UHC, I-CARE and community providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Student Affairs or closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in student affairs, behavioral health, wellness, public health or project management.
• Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum requirement: Master’s degree and one (1) year of experience in student affairs, behavioral health, wellness, public health or project management.
• Experience coordinating programs, training, outreach initiatives and partnerships.
• Strong communication, organizational and data management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Student Affairs or closely related field
• Experience with federally funded grants.
• Experience in suicide prevention, mental health promotion, behavioral intervention or crisis response.

Salary

COMMENSURATE (Salary dependent upon education/experience)

NOTE

Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

Benefits

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

• INSURANCE: Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage Dental & Vision Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
• DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness Book scholarships 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• Time Off: 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month. 8 hours of sick leave time off every month. 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave. 12-15 paid holidays e Each year.

Security and Background Screening

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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