Coordinator of Prevention and Recovery

Posting Details

Posting Details

​Benefits of Working at UNCW

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for up to three (3) paid waivers from the state and then UNCW provides an additional two waivers in the summer for classes taken only at UNCW including the application fee and book rental. In addition as a full time employee, UNCW offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, Skillport, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Recruitment Range

$44,628 - $45,000

Vacancy Number

S01727

Position Title

Student Services Specialist

Working Title

Coordinator of Prevention and Recovery

Competency Level

Advanced

Dept/School

Student Affairs - 40000

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of the Abrons Student Health Center ( SHC ) is to provide student-centered affordable, quality health and preventive services to the students of UNCW . The SHC provides comprehensive medical services, a retail pharmacy, health education, and intervention services. Utilizing an ecological health model, the SHC supports collegiate success and sustained health and wellness for all UNCW students.

As a part of the SHC, Health Promotion serves as the campus resource for information on a variety of health and wellness topics, including alcohol and other drugs, nutrition, sexual health, sleep, and stress. Services and educational programming are provided to increase students’ knowledge and commitment to personal health and well-being. The office also provides educational programs for the campus conduct system and coordinates the collegiate recovery community.

College

Student Affairs - 40000 College

College/School Information

The Division of Student Affairs consists of fourteen functional departments, each of which is responsible for providing a variety of student support, service, and educational programs which are accessible to all members of the university community. The staff members are dedicated individuals known for their passion and commitment to implementing programs and services that affect student development over the course of a lifetime. Student Affairs provides excellent delivery of student services that are responsive to student needs and promotes the quality of life and education both inside and outside the classroom. We build institutional traditions and lifelong affiliations through creative programs, vibrant student organizations, and a living/learning environment built on core values and uncompromising principles. The Division is a leader and primary spokesperson for students.

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Coordinator of Prevention and Recovery is part of the team working to create a comprehensive focus on health and well-being for our students. This position is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive program for alcohol and other drug prevention and education. This position oversees the Collegiate Recovery Community and will also be available to the campus community for consultation and education surrounding other health and wellness issues.

The Coordinator of Prevention and Recovery will:

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs in the areas of alcohol and other drugs ( AOD ) for the UNCW student population.
• Provide leadership and support to the Collegiate Recovery Program, providing oversight for all programming.
• Be responsible for keeping abreast of alcohol and other drug trends, issues, and research that directly affect the college-aged population; serving as a resource for campus.
• Serve as AOD consultant and support to Coordinator of Peer Health Education and the Peer Educator Program.
• Present educational health programs to classes, residence halls, Greek life, student organizations, and others as needed.
• Work closely with the Associate Director and other staff in planning, implementing, and evaluating larger scale health programming.
• Provide consultation to students, staff, and faculty on health topics as needed.
• Serve as an active member of the campus well-being initiative.
• Serve as a member of Student Health Center and Division of Student Affairs committees as assigned.
• Maintain and promote a positive, professional, and respectful manner with a focus on customer service, cooperation, inclusiveness, confidentiality, and HIPAA .
• Maintain active professional certification and CE requirement as needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Graduation from a four-year college or university or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from accredited institutions.

Preferred education, professional skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public or Community Health, or related field, OR a Master’s degree in Health Education, Public or Community Health, or related field is preferred.
• Current working knowledge of current health issues affecting college students
• Current working knowledge of alcohol, tobacco and other drug trends, issues and research that directly affect the college-aged population
• Experience delivering and developing educational programs on a variety of health-related issues
• Detail oriented and able to manage multiple priorities at once
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, faculty, families, and local partners, with a focus on confidentiality
• CHES or MCHES certification
• Current CPR certification
• Prior experience working with Collegiate Recovery Program or populations in recovery

Required Certifications or licensure

N/A

FTE

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year

12 Months

Work Days

Monday - Friday with nights and weekends

Work Hours

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with nights and weekends

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited

Position Number

7415

Job Posting Date

05/06/2022

Posting Close Date

05/29/2022

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE : This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application.

Applicants are required to provide a cover letter that describes which specific skill set you are interested in and your work experience that will support being successful in this role; three (3) professional references are required. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Advanced level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/24355
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

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