Syracuse University
Health Promotion Specialist
Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, United States,
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.Staff Level
S5FLSA StatusFLSA Status
ExemptHoursStandard University business hours:
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.Job TypeJob Type
Full-timeCampusUnionized Position Code
Not ApplicableJob DescriptionThe Barnes Center at The Arch is Syracuse University’s integrated health and wellness center which incorporates health promotion, counseling, health, and recreation. The Health Promotion Specialist is an 11 month full-time position that serves as a key team member of the Health Promotion team by developing, supporting, and implementing health and wellness initiatives.
The Health Promotion Specialist is responsible for sexual health promotion programs and services including coordination for all aspects of campus safer sex supply distribution, inventory, ensuring that custom orders are fulfilled, and serving as a liaison with divisional communications and marketing. Additionally, this role provides training to student peer leaders and creates content for peer-led sexual health education programs.
This position coordinates online Community Wellness and Continuing Community Wellness Requirements for all undergraduate students, serving as a point of contact for campus and academic units to support student completion. The Health Promotion Specialist works with unit leadership to provide additional support for Sexual and Relationship Violence Prevention and Mental Wellness initiatives. This position supervises a part-time graduate student employee.QualificationsA bachelor’s degree in health education/promotion, social work, psychology, sociology, public administration/policy, or a related field.A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in the field of health promotion/public health.Experience creating and facilitating health-related educational workshops and trainings.Knowledge of sexual health promotion including safer sex practices and
STI
prevention.Understanding of best practices for sexual violence prevention.Experience working with online Learning Management Systems (preferred).Job Specific Qualifications
Experience creating collaborative relationships.Demonstrated understanding of principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility and application of these principles within the context of health promotion and social justice.Understanding of the development, implementation, evaluation, and prioritization of primary prevention programs in an institution of higher education.Ability to provide education through the lens of trauma-informed practices.Excellent presentation/oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.Proficient computer skills including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, database management.Responsibilities
Coordinate Sexual Health Promotion programs including content creation and delivery; coordinate services including safer sex supply distribution and orders.Coordinate implementation of Community Wellness Requirements and Continuing Community Wellness Requirements, including communication with campus units and academic partners.Support Sexual and Relationship Violence and Mental Wellness initiatives including program delivery and event planning.Provide direct supervision and guidance to graduate student employee.Serve on Barnes and Student Experience committees.Physical Requirements
Not ApplicableTools/EquipmentNot ApplicableApplication InstructionsIn addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.About Syracuse UniversitySyracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.About the Syracuse areaSyracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.EEO StatementSyracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.Commitment to Supporting and Hiring VeteransSyracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus CommunitySyracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you first find out about this position?
sujobopps.com (Syracuse University Online Employment website)Syracuse University HR RecruiterVirtual Career Fair (via NYS Department of Labor)SUNY EOC (Equal Opportunity Center)Women’s Opportunity CenterJubilee HomesSyracuse Northeast Community CenterInterfaith WorksJobPlusSyracuse.comChronicle of Higher EducationHigherEdJobs.comHERC (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium)InsideHigherEd.comIndeed.comDiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education website)LinkedIn Job PostingFacebookJob FairSearch FirmReferred by an SU EmployeeOther
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S5FLSA StatusFLSA Status
ExemptHoursStandard University business hours:
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.Job TypeJob Type
Full-timeCampusUnionized Position Code
Not ApplicableJob DescriptionThe Barnes Center at The Arch is Syracuse University’s integrated health and wellness center which incorporates health promotion, counseling, health, and recreation. The Health Promotion Specialist is an 11 month full-time position that serves as a key team member of the Health Promotion team by developing, supporting, and implementing health and wellness initiatives.
The Health Promotion Specialist is responsible for sexual health promotion programs and services including coordination for all aspects of campus safer sex supply distribution, inventory, ensuring that custom orders are fulfilled, and serving as a liaison with divisional communications and marketing. Additionally, this role provides training to student peer leaders and creates content for peer-led sexual health education programs.
This position coordinates online Community Wellness and Continuing Community Wellness Requirements for all undergraduate students, serving as a point of contact for campus and academic units to support student completion. The Health Promotion Specialist works with unit leadership to provide additional support for Sexual and Relationship Violence Prevention and Mental Wellness initiatives. This position supervises a part-time graduate student employee.QualificationsA bachelor’s degree in health education/promotion, social work, psychology, sociology, public administration/policy, or a related field.A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in the field of health promotion/public health.Experience creating and facilitating health-related educational workshops and trainings.Knowledge of sexual health promotion including safer sex practices and
STI
prevention.Understanding of best practices for sexual violence prevention.Experience working with online Learning Management Systems (preferred).Job Specific Qualifications
Experience creating collaborative relationships.Demonstrated understanding of principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility and application of these principles within the context of health promotion and social justice.Understanding of the development, implementation, evaluation, and prioritization of primary prevention programs in an institution of higher education.Ability to provide education through the lens of trauma-informed practices.Excellent presentation/oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.Proficient computer skills including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, database management.Responsibilities
Coordinate Sexual Health Promotion programs including content creation and delivery; coordinate services including safer sex supply distribution and orders.Coordinate implementation of Community Wellness Requirements and Continuing Community Wellness Requirements, including communication with campus units and academic partners.Support Sexual and Relationship Violence and Mental Wellness initiatives including program delivery and event planning.Provide direct supervision and guidance to graduate student employee.Serve on Barnes and Student Experience committees.Physical Requirements
Not ApplicableTools/EquipmentNot ApplicableApplication InstructionsIn addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.About Syracuse UniversitySyracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.About the Syracuse areaSyracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.EEO StatementSyracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.Commitment to Supporting and Hiring VeteransSyracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus CommunitySyracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you first find out about this position?
sujobopps.com (Syracuse University Online Employment website)Syracuse University HR RecruiterVirtual Career Fair (via NYS Department of Labor)SUNY EOC (Equal Opportunity Center)Women’s Opportunity CenterJubilee HomesSyracuse Northeast Community CenterInterfaith WorksJobPlusSyracuse.comChronicle of Higher EducationHigherEdJobs.comHERC (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium)InsideHigherEd.comIndeed.comDiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education website)LinkedIn Job PostingFacebookJob FairSearch FirmReferred by an SU EmployeeOther
* If "other", please describe how you first found out about this position. (Open Ended Question)
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