Colby College Hiring for Director of Student Wellness & Health Resources at Colby College Full Time

Job DescriptionDepartment:Health ServicesPay Rate Type:SalaryEmployee Type:Job Summary:DIRECTOR OF STUDENT WELLNESS & HEALTH RESOURCES
Health Services
Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried, Administrative Staff Appointment

OVERVIEW

The director of student wellness and health resources, a newly created position, will serve as the liaison between Colby College and MaineGeneral Health, as we implement an innovative partnership for enhanced student health services and resources. This is an exciting opportunity to build out a new model for college health and to provide guidance to students and assist them in accessing health and wellness resources at the College. The director is responsible for student outreach, programming, and communication campaigns to break down barriers in accessing healthcare. The director works one on one with students to understand their needs and guide them in learning about how to navigate the healthcare system at Colby and beyond. This position reports to the dean of students.

The director of student wellness and health resources will coordinate with campus partners who oversee Colby’s diverse array of health and wellness initiatives including the recreation office, the Office of Human Resources, Counseling Services, the Office of Religious and Spiritual life, and other activities, services, and programs. This collaboration will convene to advance the delivery and assessment of wellness and health across the College, wellness promotion initiatives and educational training for the student community. The director will also be responsible for the creation and on-going development of a comprehensive health promotion program. Participating on the CARE [CC1] Team, this position will contribute to the on-call and ongoing case management and support team for student health needs. Colby College is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where every member of the community feels a sense of respect and belonging.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Resources and Case Management

• Meet regularly with the medical team to develop plans for supporting individual student health needs.
• Partner with campus resources to coordinate care and resources for students with medical diagnoses and injuries.
• Promote equity, inclusion, and access throughout their work and the delivery of services to students.
• Protect student/patient confidentiality and confidentiality of medical records (HIPAA). Familiarity or experience with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Communicate with parents, when appropriate, to resolve issues of medical concern and/or discuss their student’s care plan.
• Work with the Department of Athletics to ensure the support of student-athlete illness and injury management.
• Ensure access to health-related needs including food and personal care items.
• Manage students’ inquiries by responding in a timely manner or creating FAQs; provide guidance about medical diagnoses and next steps. Refer students to appropriate campus partners including Counseling Services, Residence Education, Dean of Studies team, and Student Access and Disability Support, to receive further follow-up if needed.
• Guide students, and parents/guardians as appropriate, in navigating health insurance and billing issues.
• Establish and maintain an environment respectful of student issues. Champion a community of collaboration that focuses on student success and satisfaction.

Health Services Outreach and Education

• Develop and implement strategic health communication campaigns and education programming that represent the mission and goals of Colby’s Health Services.
• Design workshops and programs for the Residential Education staff, student clubs and organizations, that educate students about accessing healthcare at the College and navigating the healthcare system.
• Develop and provide leadership to peer educator programs.
• Establish and maintain a visible and approachable presence for Health Services on campus, widely broadcast services available, attend student events, and advise student health-related clubs.
• Coordinate, promote, and manage records for annual flu shot clinics.
• Collaborate with the Student Health on Campus (SHOC) organization to establish programs and host events for the community.
• Meet with the Student Government Association (SGA) to collaborate on outreach campaigns and to provide health services updates.

Administrative and Management

• Oversee the ongoing assessment and reporting of services provided, utilization, and student satisfaction.
• Utilize data to drive planning, ensure effectiveness of services, and maintain timely communication of health messages and education.
• Convene regular meetings with the medical team at MaineGeneral.
• Convene monthly meetings with campus partners to build communication pathways, collaborate, and coordinate wellness initiatives across the College.
• Coordinate with the Office of Security and MaineGeneral to ensure that student transportation needs are being met effectively and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain Colby’s health services website. Work collaboratively with the residential education to ensure website and social media sites are effective in helping students find, utilize, and enjoy all services, resources, and programs available to them.
• Create policies, operating procedures, and workflows for the newly implemented health services system.
• Advise the Dean of Students in creating health related communications.
• Update and maintain medical intake forms for first year and transfer students in coordination with MaineGeneral.
• Manage the student health insurance response messaging; respond to Health Services inbox and inquiries in a timely manner.
• Participate in the administrator on call process for consult on nights and weekends as needed.
• Advise Colby’s Emergency Response Team (CER) in partnership with the Dean of Students.
• Manage health services departmental budget.
• Serve as a representative of student health and wellness on campus committees.
• Coordinate and consult with campus partners including residential education, counseling, student access and disability services, Office of the Dean of Studies, athletics and sports medicine, human resources, security, Colby emergency response, and the CARE team.
• Other duties and projects as assigned by the Dean of Students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education and experience
• Master’s degree in Education, Public Health, Health Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience in related field.
• Knowledge of collegiate health and familiarity navigating billing and insurance desirable.
• Knowledge of best practices in health promotion for traditional college age populations.
• Excellent communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to synthesize complex or diverse information.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Impeccable organizational (time, task, project management) skills and ability to coordinate resources and staff within the college community.
• Ability to handle details with accuracy and precision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships. Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment and discretion, particularly in sensitive and confidential matters.
• Proficiency or ability to quickly learn electronic medical record system, data management systems and basic computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint.)
• Ability and willingness to work early mornings, weekends, evenings, and other non-traditional schedules, as needed.
• Personal commitment to excellence and the mission of a top-tier small liberal arts college.
• Demonstrated knowledge of health issues.
• Skill in developing and overseeing the training and advising of peer education programs.
• Ability to operate within an enthusiastic team environment and maintain effective collaborative working relationships with other professionals and community members.
• Ability to lead group discussions, prepare and deliver informational talks and workshops.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Walking, standing, bending, and twisting required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. Some evening and weekend work is required throughout the year to be determined by the needs of the department.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Successful and satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the “Apply” button on the Colby Careers website.

ABOUT COLBY COLLEGE:

Founded in 1813, Colby is one of America’s most selective colleges. Located in Waterville, Maine near the banks of the beautiful Kennebec River, Colby College is one of the nation’s top liberal arts colleges. Colby’s focus on innovative and leading-edge programs that complement the traditional liberal arts—in areas such as artificial intelligence, data science, genomics and computational biology, climate change and the environment, the arts and humanities, public policy, and performance studies, distinguish Colby from other schools of its size. Colby extends its reach, impact, and opportunities through external partnerships with globally recognized laboratories and medical facilities, arts organizations, and a wide array of business partners. The campus boasts beautiful new facilities including the Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, a best-in-class complex that has become a center for student activity; the Paul J. Schupf Art Center, a downtown community-based arts building; the forthcoming Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts, which includes a start-of-the-art performance hall, studios, screening rooms, and a grand community space (opening in 2023). The College recently established the Island Campus in mid-coast Maine after acquiring the Allen and Benner Islands, once owned by the Wyeth family, to offer Colby students unique and timely cross disciplinary research opportunities in a range of academic disciplines, including the marine sciences and the arts.

Over the last seven years applications for admission have more than tripled, making Colby one of the most sought-after colleges in the country. The College’s unyielding commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident in its rapidly changing student population. In recent years Colby has doubled both the number of enrolled Pell-eligible students and the number of enrolled students of color. Colby students, who come from throughout the U.S. and more than 70 countries, demonstrate unprecedented highs on every measure of academic achievement. Investments in financial aid (a 111 percent increase since 2014, to $58.6 million annually) and new programs are ensuring that all members of the community can thrive in this dynamic environment. Colby has raised $700 million toward its $750 million Dare Northward campaign goal, which was the largest campaign goal for a liberal arts college when it launched in 2017. Since 2014, the College’s net assets have doubled to more than $2 billion, its record of fundraising has moved to the very top tier of liberal arts colleges, and it has rapidly expanded its faculty and staff to allow for new areas of inquiry, scholarship, and teaching, and to support record enrollments.

Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual’s qualifications to contribute to Colby’s educational objectives and institutional needs. Colby College does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or military or veteran’s status. Colby is an equal opportunity employer and operates in accordance with federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution’s education programs and activities. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby’s Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu.