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University of Kentucky Wellness Specialist in Lexington, Kentucky
University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting DetailsPosting Details Job Title Wellness Specialist Requisition Number RE41849 Working TitleDepartment Name 3J522:Health and Wellness Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 42 Salary Range $35,861-57,391/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required EducationBAClick here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsThis position may require sitting for extended periods of time and lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 25 lbs.ShiftMonday - Friday: typical of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Job SummaryThe UK Health and Wellness mission is to improve and maintain the health and well-being of the University community (employees, spouses and retirees). The individual in this position is responsible for the development/planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Well-Being Champions initiative, consulting with departments/units per wellness requests, serving as the provider liaison to UK Healthcare for wellness referrals and health promotion program planning.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will possess motivational interviewing skills; knowledge and familiarity with digital media specifically podcast creation/delivery, Microsoft Office applications experience including Excel, PowerPoint, and Qualtrics.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/ExperienceMaster's Degree in health related field; Experience working with healthcare providers and various unitsDeadline to Apply 09/28/2023 University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). 1. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in health and/or well being initiatives, outreach, project/program management or development, and training/coaching. * None * More than 0, up through 1 year * More than 1 year, up through 3 years * More than 3 years, up through 5 years * More than 5 years 2. * How many years of paid work experience do you have working in a team-based environment where you were responsible for collaboration with others working within specific deadlines? * None * More than 0, up through 1 year * More than 1 year, up through 3 years * More than 3 years, up through 5 years * More than 5 years experience 3. * Describe a time when you collaborated with peers in order to advance a health promotion initiative. (Open Ended Question) 4. * Please describe a project, initiative or campaign where you had to collaborate with multiple units/departments. What was your role and what was the outcome? (Open Ended Question) 5. * Provide a detailed description of your experience developing health promotion initiatives or programs. (Open Ended Question) 6. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? * Social Media Ad (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) * InsideHigherEd.com * HigherEdJobs.com * Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) * HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium) * InsightIntoDiversity.com * Latinosinhighered.com * Indeed.com * Careerbuilder.com * A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member * UK Job Fair * None of the Above Applicant Documents Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/BzxYAzCAOa2A1hjmZsRRWZPI230320180