Health Promotion Specialist Job at Tulane University in New Orleans

The Health Promotion Specialist is part of the Tulane University Campus Health team of committed professionals dedicated to supporting and promoting student health and wellbeing as a core institutional value through a multidisciplinary, comprehensive approach. The Health Promotion Specialist is housed within the Well for Health Promotion and reports to an Associate Director of The Well. The individual in this position is responsible for engaging in health promotion practices that promote and improve the health and well-being of individual students, student groups, and the campus communities.

The Health Promotion Specialist's responsibilities include:

1. Plan, implement, and evaluate theory- and evidence-informed health promotion processes, policies, strategies, and services at all levels of the socio-ecological model.
2. Work closely with the rest of The Well for Health Promotion team to facilitate strategic planning for the department's goals and objectives and to set and track the priorities of the department.
3. Engage in strategies including outreach, peer educator training and development, workshop development, presentation and evaluation, and curriculum development.
4. Collaborate with key stakeholders on and off campus to develop a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to health and well-being for students.

This position's focus is on a variety of health issues including, but not limited to, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, sexual health, sexual violence prevention, stress management, and sleep hygiene.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Extensive knowledge of current and emerging college health issues, environmental management/prevention strategies, health behavior change theories and ecological framework, and evidence-based practice.
2. Oral and written communication skills that can contribute to effective collaboration with students, faculty, and staff.
3. High level of organizational skills and proven record of delivering quality results in a timely manner.
4. Ability to manage projects and deliver results.
5. Ability to work successfully with a diverse community and provide services from a non-judgmental perspective.
6. Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
7. Ability to stay knowledgeable on current developments in the field of college health.
8. Ability to provide exemplary care and customer service including maintaining confidentiality and being reliably available to students when they seek care or advice.

Required Education and/or Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree and 1 year experience in health promotion or related field.
2. OR High school diploma or equivalent with 7 years of directly related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Higher Education, or other health/education related field.
2. Experience in health promotion planning, implementation, and evaluation in higher education.
3. Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and experience in desktop publishing and statistical software.
4. CHES or CPH Certified.

Compensation Information:

This position is classified as "exempt, salaried" and is assigned to pay grade 23. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay.

How to Apply:

This position will close on the date it is filled.

Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.

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Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane’s Strategy for Tomorrow.

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