Health and Wellness Specialist- Minnesota

Cambridge Information Group Inc • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Health and Wellness Specialist supports Edconic’s pre-college programs by promoting students’ holistic wellbeing and fostering an inclusive school community. The role requires an understanding of the connections among social, emotional, and mental health, and involves providing tailored guidance and evidence-based strategies to support students’ self-awareness, emotional management, and interpersonal skills.

This is a temporary, live-in position for the summer program. The specialist works in collaboration with permanent and temporary program staff, may work up to 40 hours per week, must be on call and work weekends, and must be available for the entire program duration. Housing and shift meals are provided, along with a $12,000 stipend for the full summer ($3,000 per term).

Requirements

• At least 2 years of work experience in comparable positions.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Experience working with children or youth.
• Ability to make decisions and take initiative under pressure.
• Good communication skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent command of the English language.
• CPR certification.
• Must be available for the entire duration of the program.
• Must pass a criminal background check and successfully complete all training.
• Must use a personal cell phone for the position.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, travel up and down stairs, crouch, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.
• Prior work in a university program, boarding school, or camp is particularly desirable.
• Ability to speak another language.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with research and best practices in socioemotional wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resources and support services for students in need, prioritizing socioemotional wellness, in collaboration with Edconic pre-college program staff.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate students’ needs and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide psychoeducation on socioemotional health topics such as mindfulness, resilience-building, and effective communication.
• Offer individualized coaching and guidance to help students set and achieve wellbeing goals.
• Occasionally facilitate group sessions on topics including mindfulness, communication skills, stress management, and healthy relationships.
• Participate in disciplinary meetings on a case-by-case basis and provide input on appropriate interventions and consequences that account for each student’s needs and circumstances.
• Use empathetic listening to help students navigate challenges, manage stress, and develop coping mechanisms.

Benefits

• Housing and shift meals provided.
• Opportunity to work with a passionate, diverse team.
• Stipend of $12,000 for the full summer ($3,000 per term).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level