EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 12 month, full-time

PRIMARY DUTY: At Northwest Missouri State University Wellness Services, we know that a well student is a successful student and we recognize with every interaction we can support each individual’s pursuit of wellness. The Mental Health Outreach Coordinator for Northwest Missouri State University will serve as a catalyst for growth in the areas of mental health, wellness and well-being with our campus community. This position will work closely with Wellness Services-Counseling and leadership to deliver high quality, evidence-based mental health, wellness and well-being programming. The coordinator position is focused on quality education, engagement and event management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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  Plan, execute and evaluate evidence-based programming - focused on mental health, wellness and well-being - across the campus community for students, faculty and staff.
• Schedule, recruit and present mental health crisis response/suicide prevention programming in conjunction with Wellness Services-Counseling.
• Create and engage in an array of health promotion programs which promote awareness of core mental health concerns to all members of the NW community.
• Work closely with Wellness Services-Counseling and leadership to effectively collaborate on programs and events to meet wellness and well-being strategic objectives.
• Work with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to communicate with underserved/marginalized populations to ensure messages surrounding mental health, wellness and well-being are being promoted and addressed.
• Research best practices for mental health promotion and suicide prevention, keeping the Wellness Services team current on effective practices.
• Attend scheduled meetings with Wellness Services-Counseling to acquire an understanding of student trends within the area of mental health.
• Serve as the Wellness Services and NW liaison within the community surrounding mental health, wellness and well-being.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all programming and outcomes related to mental health, wellness and well-being.
• Advise Peer Wellness Coaching along with Wellness Services-Counseling GA
• Coordinate marketing of all mental health, wellness and well-being initiatives through media, email, webpage, social media and other outlets
• Coordinate the production of project-related educational materials.
• Participate in efforts during orientation of incoming first year and transfer students

REQUIREMENTS:
Education:

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  Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

• 1 year working full-time, or 2 years as a graduate assistant, in a related program or field

• Strong understanding and passion for wellness education and prevention
• Baseline knowledge in mental health promotion and suicide prevention
• Leadership and interpersonal skills for engaging a broad group of stakeholders
• Marketing and communication skills including an ability to create compelling and effective presentations, promotional materials, and messages for a variety of audiences
• Ability to quickly assess and problem-solve in complex situations through effective listening, consultation, data analysis and critical thinking skills
• Strong research and assessment skills

WORKING CONDITIONS: This position will work a 40-hour work week, Monday – Friday, from 8:00am – 5:00pm, with an hour lunch break. There will also be some evenings and weekends. Work time may be flexed to accommodate within a 40-hour work week. This position will work in a modern facility. Environment includes a team-based, collaborative atmosphere with synergistic staff. Work will take place in multiple campus sites with varying temperatures and accommodations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No official direct reports, but significant opportunity to share leadership and mentoring of student employees and interns

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Basic office equipment (computer, printer, phone, fax, copier)

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sitting for long periods of time in front of a computer. Lifting boxes and materials up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information visit the city’s website at www.maryville.org.

UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of about 8,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online.

Founded in 1905, Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area or Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.

The University is a national model for student success and career placement. In addition, 98 percent of Northwest bachelor’s degree earners and nearly 100 percent of master’s degree earners secure employment or continue their education within six months of graduation, according to the most recent data.

Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $6,800 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the “50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.”

For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filled

DATE AVAILABLE: July 2023

TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/nwmissouri to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email bbadger@nwmissouri.edu for more information.

The Office of Human Resource prides itself in offering a full, competitive benefits package with providers, who we feel, will offer the best service possible to the employees. Full-time employees are offered Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance options as well as retirement plans upon employment at the University. For more information on each of these topics, please contact the office of Human Resources at (660) 562-1127 or via email at hrwebpg@nwmissouri.edu.