Student Health and Wellness Program Coordinator - 1 year Term
Student Health and Wellness Program Coordinator - 1 year Term
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Position Title: Student Health and Wellness Program Coordinator
Department: Health and Counselling
Position Type:Temporary Full Time (one year)
Classification: MPE Band D
Salary Range:$
Posting Date: August 26 2025
Closing Date:A review of applications will begin on September 5th and continue until the position is filled
Overview
The Student Health and Wellness Program Coordinator is responsible for developing implementing and managing student-focused upstream health and wellness programming within a community-based mental health promotion framework to improve the well-being of students facilitate their growth and development and contribute to a flourishing campus. This role involves collaboration with other health professionals academic partners and community organizations to identify and address mental health needs within the StFX student population. The Student Health and Wellness Program Coordinator is also responsible for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of mental health promotion programs and initiatives and making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes. As a member of the Health and Counselling Centre team the Student Health and Wellness Program Coordinator acts as a liaison between clinical interventions and community-based programming opportunities for students to develop and strengthen resilience healthy coping skills and connection with community.
Key Responsibilities
Supports the Director in achieving departmental and university goals through leadership innovation and collaborative planning.
Designs and delivers evidence-based health promotion programs (up to 125 events annually) focusing on holistic health wellness and mental health with 50% developed in collaboration with internal and external partners.
Manages resources budgets and timelines to ensure health promotion initiatives are delivered effectively and within scope.
Builds partnerships with healthcare professionals student groups academic stakeholders and local agencies to support health initiatives and knowledge sharing.
Develops communication strategies (social media presentations outreach) to promote programs and raise awareness of mental health initiatives.
Collects and analyzes program data to measure impact with results documented in the annual report.
Supervises and develops student health promotion teams (<15 students) fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Ensures events and programs follow all university and risk management regulations.
Facilitates mental health literacy programs (e.g. The Inquiring Mind) in partnership with StFX and the Mental Health Commission of Canada.
Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelors degree in a health/wellness-related field education or guidance counselling
Five years of directly related experience
Training and experience in evidence-based intervention approaches
Experience with community-based group facilitation
Experience supervising a small team
Superior interpersonal skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making
To apply for this opportunity click the Apply Now button and upload your cover letter resume and references.
StFX is located in Mikmaki the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaq People.
Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including Indigenous persons (especially Mikmaq) racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians) persons with disabilities those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact People and Culture at or .
About St. Francis Xavier University
Established in 1853 St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada. StFX exceeds the needs of todays undergraduates through providing the very best academic experience -- outstanding teaching exceptional hands-on research opportunities and global exchanges -- all within Canadas most vibrant and inspiring residential campus. Here the focus is on the academic and the personal development of every student making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience. Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life determined to make a positive impact on the world.
In 2022 Macleans annual university rankings put StFX #1 in student satisfaction and #2 in reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate more visit
About Antigonish Nova Scotia
The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels. The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation sports and other active lifestyle activities. Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music performing arts visual arts and crafts and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
