Wellness Promotion and Suicide Prevention Coordinator
Wellness Promotion and Suicide Prevention Coordinator
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Job Description
Overview
The Wellness Promotion and Suicide Prevention Coordinator is responsible for developing implementing and evaluating wellness promotion and suicide prevention programs at Utah State University including Logan and Statewide Campuses. This role focuses on enhancing the overall wellbeing of students and strengthening USUs culture of care through proactive upstream interventions and outreach initiatives. Additionally this role assists with the compliance work related to relevant policies and laws (e.g. Stop Campus Hazing Act).
The scope of this position includes suicide prevention mental health promotion health promotion interpersonal violence prevention hazing prevention and sexual health promotion. This position plays a key role in coordinating universitywide wellness initiatives through close collaboration with key partners including the CAPS AOD Specialist the Office of Sexual & AntiViolence Information (SAAVI) Campus Recreation and the Office of Equity. This position is a member of CAPS and reports directly to the Executive Director of CAPS. It can be a clinical or nonclinical position based on the applicants interest and experience. This position is based in Logan and periodic travel to Statewide Campuses is expected.
Responsibilities
Program Development Implementation and Evaluation 6585:
- Develop implement and evaluate individual and communitylevel programs for wellness promotion initiatives including Upstander training for bystander intervention and other trainings and campaigns for suicide prevention interpersonal violence prevention and sexual health promotion.
- Develop implement and evaluate individual and communitylevel programs and training in compliance with the Stop Campus Hazing Act.
- Develop implement and evaluate communitybuilding activities and initiatives for USU students as a prevention strategy.
- Evaluate data (e.g. the National College Health Assessment Survey the Healthy Minds Study) to develop datadriven strategies and utilize evidencebased practices to inform initiatives.
- Assess the effectiveness of wellness programs through surveys feedback and data analysis.
- Initiate campus partnerships to integrate wellness promotion into broader university initiatives.
- Lead or assist in compliance work related to health promotion including initiatives and requirements under the Stop Campus Hazing Act.
- Chair CAPSs wellness promotion committee which includes the Alcohol and Other Drug Specialist the REACH Peer Coordinator and Residence Life embedded therapists.
- May create and oversee an undergraduate peer educator program for studentled training initiatives events and activities.
- Organize communications to the university community to inform them about CAPS services and availability.
- Maintain accurate records of program activities and participation.
Direct Clinical Services Optional 20:
- Provide initial triage consultations crisis interventions intake assessments and individual therapy to students.
- Maintain timely and accurate records of clinical services.
Other Administrative Duties 15:
- Serve in a consultant and expert role in mental health promotion and suicide prevention to student services units student organizations student leaders colleges and schools.
- Participate in universitywide committees as needed.
- Participate in weekly case staffing and administrative staff meetings.
- Engage in staff development activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Masters degree in public health higher education social work counseling or other related field.
- One year of experience developing implementing and evaluating health/wellness promotion initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two or more years of experience developing implementing and evaluating health/wellness promotion initiatives.
- Experience in a higher education setting.
- Expertise in suicide prevention mental health and/or sexual violence.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Basic computer skills (Word Outlook Zoom etc.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel to Statewide locations by car.
- Excellent interpersonal organizational problem solving and decisionmaking skills as well as a commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
- Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
- Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department Highlights
Counseling and Prevention Services (CAPS) is part of USUs Division of Student Affairs. CAPS has been accredited by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services (IACS) since 1996. Our midsize team is composed of professionals from psychology social work and counseling. We have robust training programs including a doctoral internship accredited by the American Psychological Association and practicum in clinical/counseling psychology. CAPS offers a range of services including individual and group therapy singlesession therapy assessment crisis appointments case management nutrition counseling alcohol and drug prevention services and outreach presentations.
We strive to create a welcoming environment and provide culturally responsive services for everyone. As a team we value clear respectful and compassionate communication with each other. Warm collegial relationships exist on a strong foundation of respect and openness. We appreciate individual differences and opportunities to learn from each other. Lifelong learning selfreflection and openness to feedback are some of the shared values. We work hard and we support each other for worklife balance.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.
Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 09/2023
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
