Overview
Job Description
When was the last time you changed the world?
In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that’s exactly what we’re doing every day—guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.
We’re currently searching for a Mental Health Initiatives Coordinator to join our Hokie Wellness team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you’re passionate about student well-being, please keep reading.
HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) You’ll be joining the Hokie Wellness team; a department centered on providing holistic well-being resources to the Virginia Tech community by focusing on a variety of health and well-being topics.
2) You’ll be reporting to the Assistant Director of Mental Health Initiatives, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment.
3) You’ll be responsible for supporting student success, well-being, and personal development by assessing need, creating and implementing programming, and evaluation of mental health initiatives strategies, policies, programs, interventions, and services. The Mental Health Initiatives Coordinator will report directly to the Assistant Director of Mental Health Initiatives. This position will provide mental health education to students through trainings, workshops, and outreach. This position will provide/assist the Assistant Director of Mental Health Initiatives with student staff supervision, including graduate student(s) and the peer educator team. This position will also support large Hokie Wellness events, such as WellFest, Carve Out Time, Destination Wellness, etc. The Mental Health Initiatives Coordinator will work with various campus partners to collaborate on programming and serve as a content expert in the areas mentioned above.
4) You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
5) You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $47,000 – $50,700, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!
HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
THE TEAM: The mission of Hokie Wellness is to foster a healthier Virginia Tech community by providing prevention services, education, outreach, and resources to employees and students. The department strives to educate and empower every Hokie to take an active and engaging day-to-day approach to their wellness in order to enjoy a long, healthful, and purpose-filled life.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in health education, health promotion, public health, human development, psychology, sociology, or related field.
• Experience creating and leading training sessions/professional development opportunities.
• Experience assessing need, designing, implementing, and evaluating programs that focus on a variety mental health topics.
• Experience leading trainings and/or presentations related to mental health topics.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with public speaking and small group facilitation experience.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in health education, health promotion, public health, human development, psychology, sociology, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience (can apply graduate assistantships to years of experience).
• Prior experience working in health promotion/education and/or mental health in a higher education setting, including the planning of outreach programs.
• Mental Health First Aid training, or willingness to obtain within the first year of employment.
• Community Resiliency Model training.
• Prior experience collecting and working with both quantitative and qualitative data/research methods.
• Prior experience working with peer education and/or peer support.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$47,000 – $50,700
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; May require work after hours, including late nights and weekends.
Review Date
05/02/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at 540-231-2010 or Virginia Tech, 220 Gilbert Street, Suite 5200, Blacksburg, VA 24061.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Tanya Young at tanyapy4@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
