Executive Director Health and Wellness Services - Military veterans preferred

2025-05-29
University of Pittsburgh
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Johnstown
Pennsylvania
15904
United States


Executive Director Health and Wellness Services



Having direct oversight of Student Health Services, Counseling Services, and Disability Services, the Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership to advance all aspects related to health and wellness within the campus community. The Director plays a critical developmental role in establishing within each student, an awareness and understanding of personal health and wellness. As such, significant student contact and educational outreach is expected. Additionally, they are expected to provide leadership that integrates various emotional wellbeing initiatives consistent with a holistic approach as well as provide psychological support. The Director will serve as the primary liaison between various internal and external constituencies to include parents, faculty, staff, administrators, students, student organizations, community health agencies, and medical professionals. At times, the Director will be called upon to serve as either chair or member of various University committees whose purpose includes but is not limited to health and wellness. They will also maintain a case load of clients, participate in on-call duty rotation within counseling and student health operation to respond to after-hours crises and concerns, respond to help address student mental or physical health emergencies when necessary. This position serves as a member of the campus Emergency Response Team and as a member of the CARS (Care for At Risk Students) group. Due to this positions function and or job title this position has been designated a Campus Security Authority for Clery Act reporting. If this individual becomes aware of a Clery reportable crime they must contact campus police immediately and report the crime.


Job Summary

Executes a primary care health program to meet the needs of students and the greater campus community. Oversees daily department operations, budget development, policy development, clinical protocols, and implementation. Spearheads a programmatic model of proactive education and outreach among students. Maintains budgetary responsibility, provides direct nursing care, and manages confidential health records.


Essential Functions

Management of Health Services, Counseling Services, and Disability Services; Education and Outreach to campus and Community; Mental Crisis Response and Behavioral Intervention; Disability Liaison for Students, Faculty, Parents, and Staff; Special Projects as assigned


Physical Effort

Mobility around campus and between floors, minimal physical exertion.


The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.


The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Director - Regional Student Health Services

Job Family: Health Professionals

Job Sub Family: Student Health

Campus: Johnstown

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 7

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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