Salary/Position Classification

• 84,800+ Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
• hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The Assistant Director of Student Well-Being plays a critical role in development, coordination, and evaluation of a program to support student success and well-being. This position ensures students receive holistic guidance in academic achievement, professional development, mental health, and overall well-being. Leveraging expertise in social work, the director will design and implement well-being programs, provide individualized student support, and collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance student success.

The Student Success & Well-Being program offers a comprehensive suite of tools and resources designed to build essential academic and professional skills while promoting student well-being. These include personalized study plans, time management coaching, test-taking strategies, evaluations, and access to well-being and mental health services.

Our goal is to guide and uplift students as they navigate the rigorous demands of medical school. This program offers a supportive and responsive learning environment, ensuring that all students, especially those facing academic difficulties, receive the holistic encouragement and structure they need to thrive.

Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and Oversee Student Success Initiatives in the Student Success & Well-Being Program

1. Develop, lead, and oversee student success initiatives that support medical students:

• Academic performance
• Skills
• Behavioral Development
• Resilience
• Personal well-being

2. Assist in the evaluation of the program’s goals and effectiveness toward student success and well-being
3. Serve as a leader in campus-wide student success and well-being
4. Direct and support student success and well-being which includes study skills, notetaking, time management, etc. programming
5. Provide direction and oversight to the retention software initiatives
6. Supervise, mentor, and annually review professional staff
7. Assess effectiveness of tutor programming

Provide Individualized Strategic Guidance to Students Facing Academic or Personal Challenges

1. Meet medical students individually and provide situational and/or on-going assistance in the areas of stress management, resilience and well-being
2. Meet students in groups and provide situational and/or on-going assistance in the areas of stress management, resilience and well-being
3. Refer medical students for treatment of behavioral health issues as appropriate
4. Conduct outreach services statewide to SMHS medical students in the areas of health and well-being, both on-site and via videoconferencing or other electronic methods
5. Travel to all SMHS campuses (Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks, and Minot) on a frequent basis to educate medical students on resilience and well-being
6. Prepare and present seminars, presentations, workshops, and educational activities on timely and appropriate topics (well-being, resilience, crisis-intervention, etc.) to medical students, faculty and staff
7. Provide needs assessments relating to education of medical students in resilience and well-being
8. Serve as a resource, advocate, and liaison to medical students in the areas of well-being and resilience 9. Work collaboratively with the Office of Student Affairs and Admissions, the four SMHS campus offices, the UND Counseling Center, UND Wellness Center, community health centers, and other UND and SMHS departments and entities as needed  

Design and Implement Mental Health and Well-Being Programming

1. Design and implement programming and education for students including:

• Mental health and well-being
• Stress management
• Self-care strategies
• Work-life balance

2. Conduct educational sessions (SIMPLE, Achieve) as the instructor of record, on topics such as emotional intelligence, burnout prevention, and mindfulness.
3. Create and maintain student support systems, including peer mentorship programs and well-being advocacy groups.
4. Advocate students’ needs by collaborating with campus health services, career development teams, and academic advisors. 

Required Competencies

• Ability to collaborate across departments and advocate for student well-being at an institutional level
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, counseling techniques, and ethical standards in a medical education program
• Strong understanding of student mental health issues, academic support services, and holistic well-being strategies utilized in a medical education program
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to connect with various student populations
• Must be willing to work on-site and travel to the clinical campuses in North Dakota.
• Compassionate.
• Understands the unique pressures faced by medical students.
• Dedicated to fostering medical student success and well-being.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, both written and verbal..
• Exceptional leadership, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional ability to multi-task and function with a high degree of accuracy.
• Be resourceful and possess problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and possess excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain utmost professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to use discretion in complex situations.
• Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines in a high productivity office is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of the office team.
• Must be able to relate well to medical students and applicants.
• Contribute to a positive workplace environment.
• Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner.
• Prefer familiarity with accreditation standards related to student success and well-being in medical education

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field
• Two years of supervisor or leadership experience
• 8+ years’ experience in student affairs, counseling, or well-being programming in a medical education program
• Experience designing and implementing student-focused programs, initiatives, and interventions in a medical education program
• Experience in lecture-based and small group medical curriculum instruction
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply: Complete online application and include a cover letter and resume.