Graduate Assistant: Student Support & Well

Position: Graduate Assistant: Student Support & Well Being
Responsibilities:

* Assist with the development and facilitation of wellness programs, workshops, and events centered on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.

* Coordinate outreach initiatives such as classroom presentations, tabling events, awareness campaigns, and social media engagement.

* Collaborate with campus departments and student organizations to increase student engagement and promote wellness resources.

* Create educational materials, presentations, and promotional content related to student wellness topics.

* Support assessment efforts by tracking attendance, collecting feedback, and analyzing program participation data.

* Maintain accurate records, program calendars, and event documentation.

* Provide peer support and resource referrals to students when appropriate.

* Assist with special projects related to health promotion, prevention education, and student well-being initiatives.

* Attend staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

* Commit to 20 hours a week on assigned duties including set office hours and tasks associated with assigned caseload.

* Exercise good judgment in representing the university and uphold the institutional standards.

* Other duties as assigned.

Examples of Programs/ Projects GA will Lead:

* Wellness workshops and presentations

* Stress management and self-care campaigns

* Financial wellness education events

* Peer wellness outreach initiatives

* Mental health awareness programming

* Social connection and belonging activities

* Wellness Weeks or campus-wide wellness fairs (in collaboration with UREC)

* Classroom outreach and student engagement campaigns

Learning Outcomes:

* Gain experience in student wellness programming and health promotion.

* Develop skills in assessment, outreach, and program evaluation.

* Strengthen leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities.

* Learn to apply student development and wellness theories in a higher education setting.

* Build experience working with diverse student populations and campus-wide initiatives.

Position Benefits:

* Mentoring by assigned supervisor.

* 1:1 meetings and trainings.

* Networking opportunities with individuals on and off campus.

* The opportunity to assist others at the university.

Discipline Specific

Required Qualifications

The Graduate Assistant for Student Support & Well-being will support the development and implementation of programs and outreach initiatives focused on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. This position helps promote student well-being through educational workshops, campus events, outreach activities, collaborations, and assessment efforts designed to increase student engagement and holistic wellness.

This position will require a background check and a signed agreement of client confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

* Enrollment in a graduate degree program in Higher Education, Counseling, Public Health, Social Work, Health Promotion, Student Affairs, or a related field.

* Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills.

* Ability to work collaboratively with students and campus partners.

* Experience with event planning, outreach, or student engagement preferred.

* Knowledge or interest in wellness education and holistic student development.

* Familiarity with Canva, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms preferred.

Salary 1250.00

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 09/01/2026