Mental Health Student Engagement & Social Media Coordinator Intern

Mental Health Student Engagement & Social Media Coordinator

Division: Student Affairs                      Department: Health & Wellness

Experience: Entry-level                            

Supervisor/Reports To: Glenna Henson, LPCC

The Student Engagement & Social Media Coordinator supports THRIVE Counseling Center by increasing student awareness of mental health resources, promoting wellness initiatives, and enhancing student engagement through social media, campus events, and creative outreach efforts. This position is ideal for a student who enjoys creating digital content, connecting with peers, and promoting a culture of well-being on campus.

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

• Create engaging social media content to promote counseling services, wellness initiatives, campus events, and mental health awareness. (C, CTR, T, CSD)
• Develop graphics, short videos, stories, and other digital content for Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. (C, CT, T, CSD)
• Assist with planning, promoting, and staffing campus wellness events, workshops, and awareness campaigns. (C, TW, P, L, CTR)
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and stigma-free online presence that encourages students to seek support. (C, P, CT, CTR)
• Represent Counseling & Wellness Services at campus resource fairs and student engagement activities. (C, TW, P, L, CTR)
• Perform other related duties as assigned. (TW, P, CSD)

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Qualifications: Add qualifications needed to be successful in this position.

· Currently a student in good academic standing.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Experience with social media platforms and content creation.

· Creativity, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.

· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

· Interest in mental health, communications, marketing, or psychology.

In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.

Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☒ Excel, ☒ PowerPoint, ☒ Canva, ☒ Social Media & New Technology, ☐ Other: _________________________

Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☒ Public speaking, ☒ Written & verbal communication, ☒ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ___; ☐ M ___ to ___; ☐ T ___ to ___; ☐ W ___ to ___; ☐ R ___ to ___; ☐ F ___ to ___; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☒ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check “Hours vary depending on workload”.)

Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery, ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents, ☐ Other: _________________________

Physical Demands: ☒ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling, ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs., ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _________________________

Number of Positions: 1

Pay Rate: 8.75/hour

Location: Building: Record, Room #: 600

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.