Req ID: 92425 Location: Irvine, California Division: Program in Public Health Department: Pub Health State Supptrd Pgrms Position Type: Full Time Salary Range Minimum: USD $58,600.00/Yr. Salary Range Maximum: USD $100,800.00/Yr.
Who We Are
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
The newly established UC Irvine Wen School of Population & Public Health is dedicated to the achievement of health equity for all populations through teaching, research, service and public health practice locally and globally. Championing the principles of evidence-based public health science, the program aspires to understand and impact population level social, biological and environmental determinants of health and well-being. Drawing from the diverse expertise of its faculty, it aims to educate the future workforce of California and beyond through exceptional programs and experiential learning opportunities.
Your Role on the Team
Under the general supervision of the Director of Student Affairs, the Student Support Coordinator will provide support and programmatic activities focused on student wellness, self-care, life and coping skills, for Public Health undergraduate majors, specifically underrepresented, first-generation, veteran, and our female populations. Meet with and support students in distress or experiencing extenuating circumstances while utilizing basic counseling skills to assess students' needs. Establish clear learning outcomes for all programs and methods to measure achievement of all outcomes. Assist with various Public Health events and activities. Advise undergraduates about applicable procedures and assist with the interpretation of University policies and procedures. Works independently under general supervision.
What It Takes to be Successful
Required:
Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations.
Ability in problem identification and reasoning; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, persuasion, leadership.
Skills in monitoring / assessing people, processes or services, to make improvements.
Ability to identify unique challenges facing underrepresented populations, i.e. first-generation, low-income, veteran, and female students.
3 years of experience working with young adults (high school to college aged) in an education setting or other helping field, i.e. social work, counseling, etc.
Preferred:
Skills in project management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Master's degree in Education, Social Work, MFT, Counseling, etc.
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI's unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities.