Health Promotion Coordinator
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Job Location:
Blacksburg, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 51000 - 53000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
When was the last time you changed the world
In Virginia Techs Division of Student Affairs thats exactly what were doing every dayguiding nurturing and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.
Were currently searching for a Health Promotion Coordinator to join our Hokie Wellness team in Blacksburg VA to help us in our mission. So if youre passionate about student well-being please keep reading.
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) Youll be joining the Hokie Wellness team; a department centered on providing holistic well-being resources to the Virginia Tech community by focusing on a variety of health and well-being topics.
2) Youll be reporting to the Assistant Director of Health Education in a Regular twelve-month 100% administrative professional appointment.
3) Youll be responsible for supporting student success well-being and personal development by assessing need creating and implementing programming and evaluation of health promotion strategies policies programs interventions and services.
4) Youll utilize evidence-based and theory-driven health promotion initiatives.
5) Youll be a dynamic teacher that addresses a broad array of health and wellness topics relevant to the university population. Some common areas include but not limited to: digital well-being nutrition sexual health sleep and body image.
6) Youll assist the Assistant Director of Health Education with student staff supervision including graduate student(s) and the peer educator team support large Hokie Wellness events and work with various campus partners to collaborate on programming and serve as a content expert.
7) Youll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
8) Youll be offered a base compensation package between $51000 - $53000 along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance paid leave retirement tuition assistance VT discounts and so much more!
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) The University: Virginia tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) The Division: For our students and ourselves the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity integrity civility and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
3)The Team: The mission of Hokie Wellness is to foster a healthier Virginia Tech community by providing prevention services education outreach and resources to employees and students. The department strives to educate and empower every Hokie to take an active and engaging day-to-day approach to their wellness in order to enjoy a long healthful and purpose-filled life.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in health education health promotion public health human development psychology or related field.
Demonstrated experience and training in leading and supporting peer education teams.
Experience assessing need designing implementing and evaluating programs that focus on a variety of health and wellness topics.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high quality of work.
Strong interpersonal skills with public speaking experience; small group facilitation; and 1:1 coaching.
Commitment to inclusive programming and creating a sense of belonging for all students.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in health education health promotion public health human development psychology or related field.
Prior experience working in health promotion/education in a higher education setting.
CHES certification preferred.
Health coaching experience.
Prior experience collecting and working with both quantitative and qualitative data/research methods.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$51000 - $53000
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with additional hours as needed for programming
Hours per week
40
Review Date
11/10/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Robin Atkins at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Employee Relations
- Typing
- Patient Care
- Clerical Experience
- HIPAA
- Computer Skills
- EMT Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Transcription
- Epic
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
About Johnson & Wales University: Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with campuses in Providence, Rhode Island, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
