Student Employment: Special Olympics CT Health and Wellness Assistant - AY 26/27

Quinnipiac University • Hamden, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a student employment position within the Office of Community Service, specifically for the Special Olympics CT Health and Wellness Department. The role is funded through Federal Work-Study and involves supporting various health and wellness initiatives for Special Olympics athletes, families, and caregivers. The position requires 6-8 hours per week, with availability between Monday and Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and may require some nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Good interpersonal skills
• Be committed to the philosophy, needs and rewards of working with Special Olympics
• Be enthusiastic and outgoing
• Have excellent organizational, writing and communication skills
• Be experienced using Excel, Word, Publisher and PowerPoint
• Be able to work some nights and weekends if required

Responsibilities

• Identify local health and wellness opportunities for athletes, families and caregivers
• Create and manage weekly Wellness Wednesday posts for Facebook
• Engage in the planning and implementation of Healthy Athletes screening(s) at Summer Games
• Assist with Healthy Athletes data collection, entry, and analysis
• Provide support to the Athlete Health Leader
• Assist in the planning and implementation of the Athlete and Family Health Team
• Provide support to the Health & Wellness Department

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed