Community Wellness Coordinator – HigherEdJobs

Community Wellness Coordinator
– 40160 University Staff

Description
Community Wellness Coordinator
Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and
Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic
excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Community Wellness Coordinator to join our team!
UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student
success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than
its scenery-a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much
as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary/Pay
Range: $ 49,303 – $66,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.This position is
Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: Hybrid

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We’re proud to
offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions
  for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care
  at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug
  prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and
  disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail twelve (12) waived
  credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness &
  More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize
  well-being and holistic development.
• Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get the complete
  picture!

Summary

The Community Training and Empowerment Division of the Institute focuses on
education, training, and program development to promote community level strength and resilience. Currently, the CTE division runs: 1) Peer
Support programming for many organizations across the state, 2) the GRIT community training program, 3) resilience workshops/training, and
4) trauma course sequence (101-102)

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the
position include, but are not limited to:

• Consult, develop, implement, and support expansion of the GRIT program. based on
  requirements from the County funding.
  • Provide in-person and virtual trainings on GRIT curriculum and program.
  • Coordinate
    ongoing tracking, communication, and connection with GRIT Coaches.
  • Collaborate with institute partners on joint projects involving
    the GRIT program.
• Consult, develop, implement community trainings and workshops covering topics including, but not limited
  to, peer support, stress, trauma, resilience, team building, and interpersonal skills.
• Work with interested organizations to develop
  and deliver custom trauma/stress/resilience focused trainings and workshops.
• Provide support for current Peer Support program
  participants.
• Deliver Peer Support Initial Certification curriculum training developed by the Lyda Hill Institute to program
  participants as well as necessary on-going/follow-up training.
• Provide clinical support consulting to trained Peer
  Supporters.
• Serve as a liaison between the Lyda Hill Institute and the contracted agencies utilizing its Peer Support
  Program.
• Reach out to new organizations that might be interested in peer support to potentially generate new
  contracts.
• Assist, as time permits, in other projects that the LHIHR is involved in.

Tentative Search
Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: June 15, 2026
• Potential interview
  dates: June 22, 2026- June 27, 2026.
• Potential start date: June 29,
  2026.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or
compensation practices.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s degree in clinical psychology, Counseling, or other
  behavioral health fields OR Substitution (Bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology, Counseling, or other behavioral health fields AND two
  years post-graduate experience in the mental health field.)
• Must have experience developing and providing training on psychological
  topics.
• Experience working in a team environment is required.
• Experience with Program Development is required.
• Must
  have experience in providing team building and organizational performance trainings.
• Experience with community disaster related
  issues including providing community support, with common psychological difficulties (i.e., substance abuse and dependence, suicide risks,
  depression, and anxiety) and stress/trauma specific challenges (including family violence, anger issues, and work- related stress) is
  required.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final
candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about
a candidate’s conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination –
before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information
and provide contact information for their previous institutions.
Special Instructions to Applicants: