Student Wellness Advocate (Located in Kearney, NE)

Position Summary

POSITION LOCATED IN KEARNEY, NE Provide confidential and informal assistance to UNMC students at Kearney Campus: acting as a source of information and referral and aiding in answering individual’s questions. Collaborates with UNMC leadership to promote overall student well-being, help student adjust to the demands of health professions training programs, and support students throughout their journey.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's degree

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major) (Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)

Required Experience 2 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: Experience working with students of diverse backgrounds and cultures in the promotion of wellness and academic excellence. (Will consider additional related post bachelors’ education in lieu of required experience)

Required License No

Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to act independently and engage with a student population as a resource. Experience working across disciplines or multiple departments/units. Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive student information and refer as appropriate.

Preferred Education: Master's degree

Preferred Experience: Relevant experience in higher education and/or health profession programs.

Preferred License: No

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: An understanding of the path to, through, and following health profession training programs.