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Job Title

Program Assistant - WellKids

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Coastal Bend Health Education Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

$18.20 hourly

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Program Assistant provides support in the delivery of health and wellness programs for children and families. Responsibilities include assisting with program logistics, participant communication, and age-appropriate wellness activities, as well as maintaining accurate records and data entry. The Program Assistant helps ensure smooth program operations, engages families in program activities, and connects participants to community resources that promote positive health outcomes.

What you need to know

Pay: $18.20/ hour

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.

Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Travel: This position may require up to 20% or more travel.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications

+ Texas Department of State Health Services Community Health Worker certification or ability to obtain certification within six months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bilingual (English and Spanish).

+ Certified Medical Assistant.

+ Two years of experience in public health and/or health outreach and education.

+ Experience in leading and conducting specialized training.

+ Experience working/ interacting with health care agencies and providers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Physical Requirements

+ Ability to move light, medium, or heavy objects with assistance.

+ Lifting/carrying of classroom/presentation/screening supplies up to 20 lbs.

+ Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving.

Responsibilities

Program Support

+ Assist in the planning, coordination, and delivery of health and wellness programs for children and families.

+ Support program logistics such as participant registration, scheduling, and event execution.

+ Assist with organizing special events (e.g., orientations, graduations, and family engagement activities).

+ Assist with program sessions by helping to lead age-appropriate wellness, nutrition, and physical activity sessions.

+ Provide support for health screenings and assessments as needed.

+ Promote participation and retention through regular communication and follow-up with families.

+ Connect participants with community resources and complementary programs.

+ Travel to program sites as required.

Data Management and Reporting

+ Maintain accurate and organized program and participant records.

+ Enter and manage program data in designated systems and databases.

+ Contribute to program evaluation efforts by preparing reports and documentation.

+ Help prepare and distribute program communications such as newsletters, reminders, and follow-up materials.

Scheduling

+ Support scheduling of program activities, assessments, and follow-up visits.

+ Document and communicate scheduling information to participants and staff.

+ Help manage reminder systems to support attendance and engagement.

+ Assist in coordinating pre, mid, and post-program assessments.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

+ Medical, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

+ Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  each month

+ Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

+ Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

+ Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.