Student Wellness Manager

**POSITION DETAILS**

La Guardia Community College, located in Long Island City, Queens, educates more than 20,000 New Yorkers annually through degree, certificate, and continuing education programs. A Hispanic-Serving Institution, located in Long Island City, Queens offers more than 50 degrees and certificates, and more than 65 continuing education programs to educate New Yorkers seeking new skills and careers. As an institution of the City University of New York (CUNY), the College reflects the legacy of our namesake, Fiorello H. La Guardia, the former NYC mayor beloved for his advocacy of underserved populations. Since 1971, La Guardia’s academic programs and support services have advanced the socioeconomic mobility of students while providing them with access to a high quality, affordable college education. Visit www.La Guardia.edu to learn more.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Health and Wellness, the Student Wellness Manager contributes to the Division of Student Affairs by developing and maintaining partnerships and collaborations that enrich the campus experience and encourage healthy lifestyles.

This position has a significant integrative function, co-developing programming with other departments and academic units to ensure that well-being is encouraged and supported throughout the campus experience. The Manager also works with other educational and health-related stakeholders to develop, implement, and execute campaigns, programs, events, outreach, and workshops and supports the vision and mission of Health and Wellness Services. The Student Wellness Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Manage communications from the Student Health Services office to students, the campus community, medical professionals, and community organizations/agencies;

• Ensure compliance with City, State, and Federal laws and regulations as well as campus and university policies and protocols;

• Determine if students have necessary medical examinations, certifications, and vaccinations as required by law for their program of study and any other school related activity;

• Coordinate with CUNY and the NYC Department of Health for immunization clinics on campus, as needed;

• Document and maintain accurate, confidential student medical records and statistics;

• Refer students to healthcare professionals and resources, as appropriate;

• Serve as health educator and advocate for students, staff, and the community; manage the planning and implementation of campus co-curricular health programming, including but not limited to: Student Awareness Outreach Programs, CUNY Wellness Festival, World AIDS Day, CPR Training, Blood Drives, Cover the Uninsured Day, Great American Smoke-out, Healthy Heart Awareness Wear Red Day, Special Events;

• Track and maintain an adequate inventory of medical, pharmaceutical, and office supplies. Stock supplies and verify expiration dates;

• Follow infection control protocol in performing work and handling equipment and chemicals according to CUNY's guidelines and other legal regulations for personal and environmental safety. Ensure proper disposal of work-related hazardous materials and waste;

• Maintain current knowledge of general health practices and protocols, and collaborate with community-based organizations and health agencies;

• Develop and manage the annual health services budget;

• Oversee the entry of student health information into CUNYfirst system;

• Review and analyze statistical data regarding campus health services. Report health related data required by CUNY and government agencies;

• Serve as a campus consultant and expert for other departments on initiatives related to health promotion, health services, wellness, and other relevant areas as needed.

• Serve as a member of the CUNY Health Services Council; attend regular council meetings.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

Bachelor's degree and six years related experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree and licensure/license-eligible in mental health counseling or social work preferred. Four to six years' experience with a demonstrated level of increased responsibility in higher education or a health-related field preferred.

**CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW**

Implements and manages educational, awareness, and preventive health services to students.

• Develops and implements health education and wellness programs and communications, including health education, wellness student workshops, group activities, and materials

• Assesses student and campus health education and wellness needs and recommends targeted programs

• Manages immunization/vaccination programs, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and policies

• Collaborates with community resources to provide health-related events and outreach activities

• Assesses and reports on all efforts, providing outcomes assessments and reviews of feedback from the campus community

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Student Wellness Manager

**CUNY TITLE**

Higher Education Associate

**FLSA**

Exempt

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**

$82,928 - $100,329

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

**CLOSING DATE**

October 17th, 2024

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

28868

Location

La Guardia Community College