Program Coordinator

Salary: $18.32 - $21.55 Hourly
Location : 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Job Type: Part-Time Staff
Job Number: FY
Division: VP Student Affairs
Department: Wellness Programs
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/17/:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume
Optional Documents: Cover Letter
Applicant Support: 1-

Position Announcement

Are you enthusiastic about promoting wellness and looking for a flexible and fulfilling career? Join UVU's Wellness Programs team and contribute to the health and well-being of our diverse university community through comprehensive wellness education, engaging health events, and personalized behavior modification coaching.

Hours : Monday-Friday 12:00 PM-5:00 PM
Summary of Responsibilities
•  Provides training and serves as a resource for student interns and staff. Contributes to the development and updating of training materials. Mentors student interns and junior staff, providing guidance and support for their professional development.
•  Coaches university students and employees in behavior modification programs. Serves as a resource for clients and supports them in pursuing health behavior changes.
•  Participates in the preparation and supervision of health screenings, Health and Wellness Fairs, and other wellness-related workshops/events.
•  Proofreads and approves marketing materials created by interns to ensure accuracy and quality.
•  Creates promotional materials and manages wellness promotions (social media, handbills, hallway booths, website, etc.), updating and modifying current promotional materials, and maintaining promotional bulletin and brochure holders.
•  Collaborates with the Wellness Programs Director and Program Manager to discuss and plan wellness events, ideas, and activities. Coordinates with the Wellness Program Director, Wellness Programs Manager, Wellness interns, Recreation and Wellness Center staff, and other departments to promote/co-sponsored events and services.
•  Conducts research on health and wellness trends and integrates findings into program development. Ensures guest presentations and behavior modification programs are current, credible, and appealing to target populations. Participates in the revision of wellness programs and services.
•  Evaluates the impact of wellness programs through surveys and feedback mechanisms. Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in Public Health, Exercise and Wellness, or related field plus one year related experience OR within 1 year of graduation with a bachelor's degree in a related field plus 2 years related experience.

Preferred Qualifications
•  CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) certification or the ability to obtain CHES certification within one year of hire.
•  Experience in developing and implementing specialized wellness programs.
•  Experience in conducting research and data analysis.
•  Proficiency in using Canva or similar design software for creating marketing materials. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge
•  Knowledge of health and wellness education programs.
•  Knowledge of specialized wellness topics such as stress management, nutrition, and mental health.
•  Knowledge of public health program planning and implementation procedures.
•  Knowledge of program evaluation methods and impact assessment.
•  Knowledge of behavior modification process, challenges, barriers, and techniques to assist clients.
•  Knowledge of social marketing methods.
•  Knowledge of basic health screening methods and procedures. Skills
•  Skills in behavior modification counseling.
•  Skills in the use of computers and computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and social media.
•  Proficiency in using Canva or similar design software to create marketing materials such as posters, flyers, social media posts, and brochures.
•  Skills in developing and implementing specialized wellness programs.
•  Interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
•  Skills in public speaking and delivering educational workshops. Abilities
•  Ability to plan, implement, present, and evaluate health promotion events, workshops, presentations, and educational campaigns.
•  Ability to interpret and analyze data and develop implementation plans.
•  Ability to communicate to groups of students, staff, and faculty.
•  Ability to develop and implement specialized wellness programs.
•  Ability to engage in community outreach and build partnerships.
•  Ability to evaluate program impact and make recommendations for improvements.
•  Ability to mentor and provide professional development support to interns and student staff.
•  Ability to use Canva or similar design software to create marketing materials.
•  Ability to proofread and approve marketing materials created by interns.
EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible from the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:
•  Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:
•  Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)
•  Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)
•  Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
•  Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness
•  Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member 01

What is your highest level of education?
•  High School or equivalent
•  Associates
•  Bachelors
•  Masters
•  Ph.D.
•  Ph.D. (abd)
•  Juris Doctorate 02

How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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•  8+ 03

Do you have any of the following preferred qualifications?CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) certification or the ability to obtain it within one year of hire.Experience in developing and implementing specialized wellness programs.Experience in conducting research and data analysis.Proficiency in Canva or similar design software for creating marketing materials.
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