Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Health Educator II is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating health education programs and curriculum. Conducts presentations and workshops for the university community. Conducts one-on-one consultations. Collects, analyzes, and reports on utilization data. Additionally, the Health Educator II serves as the Peer Educator (PE) Coordinator, recruiting and supervising HLP Peer Educators. Develops, implements, and evaluates evidence-based strategies to enhance the HLP peer education program. Assesses peer education and health promotion best practices to regularly evaluate programs/events to determine outcomes and impact.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates outreach programs to address the needs of the student population through outreach initiatives, including presentations/workshops, events, and educational campaigns on a variety of health/wellness topics impacting university students. Works closely with Health Educators, other team members, and university partners on cross-collaborative initiatives.
• Monitors, collects, and reports student utilization and health-related data through needs assessments and surveys, and provides analytical recommendations for program enhancements and development. Completes departmental reports such as activity reports, debriefs, monthly reports, semester, and annual reports.
• Utilizes motivational interviewing techniques and other evidence-based intervention methods to assist students in health-related behavior change, in both one-on-one and group consultations, on a variety of health topics including stress management, time management, sexual health, sleep hygiene, nutrition, and alcohol/substance use. Documents consultations in the electronic medical record (EMR) system. Develops and implements other health consultations as appropriate to address changing wellness needs of the student body.
• Collaborates with the SHW Marketing team to develop digital marketing content relevant to the health/wellness needs of the student population and HLP outreach efforts. Submits graphic requests in accordance with SHW Marketing regulations.
• Participates in campus-wide activities and committees on behalf of HLP and SHW as assigned.
• Manages HLP inventory tracking systems and monitors product levels to anticipate inventory shortage. Submits expense requests as appropriate.
• Manages material and outreach requests. Assigns requests as appropriate.
• Serves as student assistant and peer educator coordinator, developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based strategies to enhance the HLP peer education program. Evaluates programs/events to determine outcomes and impact.
• Recruits, trains, and supervises student assistants, peer educators, interns, and volunteers. Onboards new team members and updates onboarding processes as needed. Manages the daily tasks, schedules, and outreach activities of student team members.
• Coordinates and facilitates recurring meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Remains informed of best practices in health promotion and peer education. Uses knowledge to make recommendations for program enhancements.

Bachelor's degree in a Health Education, Public Health or a related field and two (2) years of related experience, OR a Master's degree in a Health Education, Public Health, or a related field.

• Experience facilitating individual or group discussions about sensitive topics.
• Experience conducting health education/promotion programs in a university setting.
• Leadership experience.
• Certified Heath Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.

Administrative

$47,500 - $50,000

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

Criminal Background Check

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
• Travel to FIU Campus'

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.