What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Educator position at University of New Mexico?
Health Educator
Requisition ID
req31904
Working Title
Health Educator
Position Grade
Position Summary
The University of New Mexico's Student Health & Counseling (SHAC) is recruiting for a knowledgeable, detail-oriented Health Educator .
Position Summary : Under general supervision, plans, implements, and evaluates health education and / or clinical training programs, conferences, and other associated activities for individual, group, and / or community needs. Collaborates with other health specialists to ascertain health needs, develop desirable health goals, and determine availability of professional health services. Develops and maintain cooperation between public, civic, professional, and voluntary agencies.
Additional duties & responsibilities will include :
- Create, promote, and manage programming for sexual and physical health programs
- Manage 'Barrier Necessities' program
- Knowledgeable about, and creation of, social media content
- Collaborate with various student / staff populations
The Student Health & Counseling Center is located at the center of campus. The clinic provides comprehensive primary, and mental health services and has a laboratory, x-ray, pharmacy, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture, case management, and health promotions on site. Other medical services provided are same day appointments, travel medicine, immunizations, and sports medicine. Please check out our website to learn more : https : / / shac.unm.edu /
As an employee of UNM, being a Lobo means access to a robust benefits package, access to resources and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a Work Life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with fitness / exercise, nutrition, or yoga is a plus.
Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Student Health and Counseling (037A)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Exempt
Monthly $3,657.00 - $4,902.00 Depending on Education and Experience
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
For Best Consideration Date
1 / 31 / 2025
Eligible for Remote Work
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please include resume, cover letter, and three professional references.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and / or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https : / / policy.unm.edu / university-policies / 3000 / 3280.html. Refer to https : / / policy.unm.edu / university-policies / 3000 / 3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Salary : $3,657 - $4,902
