University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health

Reporting to the Executive Director/Assistant Vice Chancellor of Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS), the Wellness and Health Promotion (WHP) Director provides direct oversight of all health promotion activities that address priority counseling and student health issues and trends to support the mission of the university.. The WHP Director is an experienced public health professional who provides leadership, overall direction, planning and management of the Wellness and Health Promotion unit including a team of health education and promotion professionals in various areas of wellness, including: Mental Health and Wellbeing; Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion + Anti-Bias/Anti-Racism (JEDI/ABAR); Sexual Health; Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug; Physical Health, and others.. In this capacity, the WHP Director provides strategic direction in the design, development, administration, implementation, assessment, coordination, and continuous improvement of health-related programs, services, health education materials, communications, and social media; and health promotion policy, advocacy, campaigns, and initiatives that foster health, well-being, and harm reduction among the diverse population of 3,100 graduate and professional health sciences students at UCSF.. May include Student Health Advisory Committee, staff and faculty within UCSF professional schools and Graduate Division, UC Wellness and Health Promotion Directors, University of California Office of the President (UCOP) committees including the Student Mental Health Oversight Committee, and national groups such as Health Promoting Campus Network.. Wellness and Health Promotion utilizes a global, holistic view of health and wellbeing to support the wellness of person, place, and planet with particular focus on the prevention and early intervention portions of the wellbeing spectrum.

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Wellness and Health Promotion Director Stdt Health & Counseling Full Time 73892BR Job Summary Reporting to the Executive Director/Assistant Vice Chancellor of Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS), the Wellness and Health Promotion (WHP) Director provides direct oversight of all health promotion activities that address priority counseling and student health issues and trends to support the mission of the university. Establishes a campus-wide agenda to advance the mental and physical health of students and promote student development, retention and success. With authority, innovates and advises on all aspects of campus health education and promotion efforts and long-range goals for development of wellness and health promotion services. Develops, implements and monitors strategic plan/goals/objectives and creates and provides data and reports to key campus stakeholders. Provides expert consultation on areas of health promotion and prevention to campus constituents. Based on broad knowledge and experience, combines professional concepts and evolving campus objectives that have campus-wide and community impact to foster a health promoting campus environment. The WHP Director is an experienced public health professional who provides leadership, overall direction, planning and management of the Wellness and Health Promotion unit including a team of health education and promotion professionals in various areas of wellness, including: Mental Health and Wellbeing; Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion + Anti-Bias/Anti-Racism (JEDI/ABAR); Sexual Health; Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug; Physical Health, and others. In this capacity, the WHP Director provides strategic direction in the design, development, administration, implementation, assessment, coordination, and continuous improvement of health-related programs, services, health education materials, communications, and social media; and health promotion policy, advocacy, campaigns, and initiatives that foster health, well-being, and harm reduction among the diverse population of 3,100 graduate and professional health sciences students at UCSF. The WHP Director works in collaboration with and serves as a liaison to internal and external campus partners to provide strategic direction of Wellness and Health Promotion activities in relation to assessed campus needs, system wide programs and national trends. May include Student Health Advisory Committee, staff and faculty within UCSF professional schools and Graduate Division, UC Wellness and Health Promotion Directors, University of California Office of the President (UCOP) committees including the Student Mental Health Oversight Committee, and national groups such as Health Promoting Campus Network. Identifies strong campus partners to design long term vision of wellness initiatives. Conducts analyses to determine approaches, trends, and 'best practices' to address the unique issues of UCSF students with particular focus on prevention and early intervention. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up):
Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.
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To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: Department Description The mission of Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) is to optimize the physical and mental health of students to help them achieve academic success, personal development, and lifelong wellness. SHCS offers primary care services, mental health counseling and psychiatry services, health education and promotion, travel health advice, nursing triage and advice, health insurance support services, and local oversight of the UC Student Health Insurance Plan. Wellness and Health Promotion utilizes a global, holistic view of health and wellbeing to support the wellness of person, place, and planet with particular focus on the prevention and early intervention portions of the wellbeing spectrum. Required Qualifications Advanced degree in related area or equivalent combination of education and work experience / training
Six (6) or more years' experience of developing, managing, implementing, and evaluating health and wellness services programs or related work experience
Five (5) or more years of supervisory / management experience
Strong knowledge of medical and mental health & counseling services fields, health promotion and / or education programs
Knows delivery mediums as well as campus HR-related practices and procedures relating to supervision and management of assigned staff members
Strong knowledge of budget / fiscal-related matters
Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills
Strong skills in decision-making, analysis, critical thinking, project management and organizational leadership
Strong interpersonal skills needed to interact effectively at all levels within and outside the campus
Ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with all levels of the campus community
Ability to establish priorities, goals and objectives, timelines, and delegate assignments, manage resources (HR and fiscal), to achieve goals and implement programs
Highly developed ability to achieve consensus in a diverse environment
Experience with traditional and state-of-the art strategies of health promotion, education, behavior change, environmental management, and evaluation
Analytical and program evaluation skills to effectively provide sound recommendations, continually examine systems, and develop or revise to accommodate change requirements
Interpersonal skills to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with administration, staff, visitors and volunteers, using tact, diplomacy, and good judgment during all interactions in the performance of a wide variety of programs
Oral and written communication skills to develop curricula, training materials, press releases, etc., and convey them to a diverse audience
Customer service skills to represent information and programs to faculty, staff, students, and the public
Experience with health promoting environments and/or Okanagan Charter
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to advancing Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity principles
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to advancing Anti-Bias and Anti-Racism principles.
Possess a working understanding of a public health approach to mental health, including suicide prevention and wellness promotion
Attuned to current needs and shifts in higher education and mental health, including suicide prevention, and help develop and support timely and responsive initiatives
Experience with MS outlook suite of tools (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications Experience with strategic planning
Background in university health services environment
Demonstrated experience within health promoting campuses/higher education environments
Decision-making skills to independently and effectively analyze situations and provide reasoned recommendations and fair and equitable decision-making
Collaboration skills to develop short- and long-range planning and program goals, to analyze and evaluate programmatic needs and recommend changes for effective operation
Knowledge of current evidence-informed strategies and theories to change health behaviors and reduce risks
Knowledge of social and macro environmental and policy influences on health behavior
Demonstrated collaboration and negotiation skills
Experience working with faculty, staff, and students in a university setting
Knowledge of LEAN tools and strategies
Experience working in an integrated care setting that includes mental health services.
Understanding of the role outreach plays if furthering a student health and counseling service's mission, including reaching underserved populations
Understanding of the unique needs presented by a diverse student population
Knowledge of the mental health issues that impact student performance and success
Understanding of college student development
Experience with community organizing strategies and principles for prompting collective action.
Knowledge of Health Information Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) Act
Experience within University of California system About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Organization Campus Job Code and Payroll Title 000576 HEALTH EDUC MGR 1 Job Category Professional (Non-Clinical), Professional and Managerial Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class Career Percentage 100% Location Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work) Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours Additional Shift Details M-F, 8AM - 5PM #J-18808-Ljbffr

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