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Director, Health Center

Employer
Framingham State University
Location
Massachusetts, United States
Salary
$90,000.00 - $110,000.00
Date posted
Jan 18, 2023

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Health & Medicine, Other Health & Medicine
Employment Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full Time

Company Description:

Framingham State University was founded in 1839 for a singular purpose - meeting a public need to promote the public good. At our founding as the nation's first public normal school, that need was for comprehensively educated public school teachers who would, in turn, promote an educated citizenry. FSU continues to offer exceptional teacher education programs and, while we are proud of our roots as a teachers' college, we have grown far beyond them. Public need continues to evolve and FSU right along with it. Our students and alumni are making waves in the fashion industry, designing nutrition plans for professional athletes, writing for major media and news organizations, and working for Fortune 500 companies right here in Framingham. FSU is unapologetically a public institution offering accessible, affordable educational opportunities that integrate an academically challenging liberal arts education with workforce preparation programs, in a highly personalized teaching environment. Our programs have expanded but our purpose and commitment to public education for the public good remain steadfast.

At FSU, we are deeply committed to inclusive excellence and strive to promote a culture of antiracism, encouraging a challenging yet collaborative learning environment, and providing culturally relevant education. FSU is designated as an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities and also belongs to the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Inclusive Excellence community, providing national leadership in science education and exploring strategies that will lead to more inclusive science education. We are honored that our commitment earned FSU six Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Awards from INSIGHT Into Diversity. We encourage applications from those who share our commitment to promoting a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive community.

FSU currently enrolls about 3,000 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and professional students, offers 39 undergraduate majors, and enrolls 41% BIPOC students in our undergraduate programs. Ideally situated between Boston and Worcester, FSU and the surrounding area are steeped in history, achievement, and innovation and provide access to urban hotspots, verdant landscapes, natural and cultural amenities, and diverse communities.

Our founding motto, LIVE TO THE TRUTH, was said at the end of each class by beloved first principal, Cyrus Peirce, who sought to discover and teach "truth in theory and principle...truth in spirit and motive...truth in manner and form...truth intellectual and truth moral." Early leaders found this motto "speaks of sincerity of spirit...of intensity of effort, of resolution to succeed, of joy in achievement." LIVE TO THE TRUTH aptly reflects our past and our pledge for the future as it continues to guide our institution in practice and endeavor. If you share in this quest for truth and a commitment to living it fully, make the next chapter of your career the best chapter at Framingham State University.

Learn more about our career opportunities at www.framingham.edu/careers.


Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

To plan and direct the personnel and operational activities of Health Services. To provide episodic and primary care to Framingham State University students. To provide health education in relation to health maintenance, preventive health care and specific disease processes to students. To conduct preventive and outreach programming for the campus community. To serve as liaison with faculty, other staff and community resources.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Administrative Assistant, Coordinator of Wellness Education, clinical staff, contracted employees

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Associate Dean of Students, Student Life

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct care:

  • Evaluates and diagnoses students with episodic illnesses and provides appropriate treatment according to established protocols (40% of time)

Department management:

  • Plans, develops and implements policies and procedures, protocols and objectives for Health Center.
  • Collects, stores and uses patient records in accordance with state and federal laws and standards of professional ethics so that the highest level of patient confidentiality may be maintained and keeps clinical records.
  • Conducts research and prepares reports as requested by the Dean of Students, such as caseload statistics and volume and scope of Health Center activity. Conducts other research as necessary and useful to the Health Center and University.
  • Prepares and manages the health services budget.
  • Manages student immunization compliance with state mandates.

Student Health Insurance:

  • Works with members of the Framingham State University administration and with staff at other state universities to provide input with regard to student health needs in relation to the administration of the university health insurance program.
  • Answers questions related to the student health Insurance program {e.g., answering questions related to coverage).

Staff recruitment and supervision:

  • Recruits, selects, orients, supervises and evaluates professional and classified staff in the Health Center in accordance with the appropriate collective bargaining and affirmative action guidelines.
  • Recruits, selects, orients and evaluates the professional consultant/contract staff of the Health Center.
  • Supervises and/or conducts the recruitment, selection, orientation and evaluation of student, graduate student and/or intern personnel as needed.
  • Conducts regular staff meetings and performance evaluations.

Community Engagement and Prevention:

  • Establishes and maintains liaison with and refers students to other community medical providers for treatment when appropriate.
  • Oversees Health Center outreach and preventive programs particularly to those from under-represented and under-served populations.
  • Provides health education in relation to health maintenance, preventive health care and specific disease processes to individual students and to student group.
  • Develops and promotes the Health Center as a university resource by communicating information about services and policies of the Health Center to the FSU community.
  • Consults with and advises faculty and administrative staff regarding medical issues affecting the educational process.
  • Serves as liaison to other offices/departments and serves on department and university-wide committees as needed.
  • Attends/assists with University functions of general importance to student body or the University (Orientation, Welcome weekend, Commencement, etc.).
  • Provide leadership and expertise regarding public health issues affecting the campus.
  • Collaborates with the Director of Counseling Center and Coordinator of Wellness Education and others to improve integration of Medical; Counseling; Health Education; and Prevention services to students.
  • Upholds the University's commitment to Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity.
  • Is responsible for upholding federal, state and local laws.
  • This position is accountable for ensuring that affirmative action, equal opportunity and diversity are integrally tied to all actions and decisions in areas of responsibility.


Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of a Master's degree in health-related profession is required, with related licensure in the state of Massachusetts.
  • Prior supervisory/administrative experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Prior experience in higher education preferred.
  • Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Portuguese are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a title of Director. The salary range is $90,000-110,000 commensurate with credentials and experience.

It is the policy of Framingham State University that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by FSU, to be verified after a verbal offer of employment has been accepted, and before employment begins. Prospective employees may submit a request for a medical or religious exemption to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement to Human Resources.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.


Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online by submitting:

  • Cover Letter,
  • Resume/CV,
  • Equity and Inclusion Statement.
  • Names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

*The Equity and Inclusion Statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss professional skills, experience and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance the university's efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidate application materials.

For full consideration, application materials must be received by February 10th, 2023. However applications can be submitted until the position is filled.

Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket.

Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or humanresources@framingham.edu.

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