Apply Today: Student Wellness Centre Assistant

Position Summary: 

Student Wellness at the University of Manitoba is seeking a Student Wellness Centre Assistant to help in delivering quality health and wellness education and programming to the campus community. Under supervision of the Coordinator, Student Health and Wellness Education and in collaboration with the Student Wellness Program Assistant, the Student Wellness Centre Assistant will help with the assessment, planning, implementation and coordination of wellness programs and initiatives for all University of Manitoba students, as well as support the overall functioning of the Student Wellness Centre (SWC).   

Student Wellness exists to enhance the individual and collective health of the campus community through a wide range of programs, services, and resources. Through partnerships with on and off campus stakeholders, we work to create programming, provide direct student support and initiatives that support healthier choices for students to reach their fullest potential. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive campus community that promotes holistic wellness through collaboration, assessment, communication and skill building. 

Within Student Wellness, the Student Wellness Centre (SWC) is a welcoming and inclusive space that is dedicated to fostering community-building, engagement in varied wellness practices. The SWC reflects, celebrates, and honors the diversity of our UM community. The foundational values of the SWC are respect, inclusion, community, and holistic wellness.  

Responsibilities of the Student Wellness Centre Assistant: 

• Oversee daily Student Wellness Centre activities under the supervision of the Coordinator, Student Health and Wellness Education 

• Coordinate and support the operation of the Student Wellness Centre  

• Assist with development and implementation of evaluative measures for Student Wellness programming and initiatives including the Student Wellness Centre  

• Assist with all health and wellness programming and content development. This includes: researching needs, initiating, developing and evaluating student centered health education programs to ensure that identified concerns are addressed in accordance with current health promotion theory and practice, and providing direct service to students. Primary focus areas will be mental health, sexual health, physical health and harm reduction initiatives for substance use.  

• Conduct presentations on the Student Wellness Program or health topics as needed 

• Assist with health-related communications and messaging. Emphasis will be on participatory/interactive material and use of new technologies and social media 

• Respond to requests and inquiries from outside organizations, student groups and other campus community members as appropriate  

• In collaboration with Student Wellness staff, provide support and training for The Healthy U Peer Health Educators program and other volunteer peer programs 

• Assists in summarizing data for campus wide surveys including the National College Health Assessment (NCHA), the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey (CCWS), and the Canadian Postsecondary Education Alcohol and Drug Use Survey (CPADS). 

• Participates in campus activities including orientations and special events as appropriate.  

• Other duties as assigned  

Qualifications: 

• Undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Manitoba  

• Full-time student for 2025/2026 academic year 

• Successful completion of at least 2 years of university study with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required 

• Knowledge and application of the principles of public health, health messaging and communication, holism, harm reduction, health promotion and prevention 

• Knowledge of cultural competency and commitment to advocating for holistic wellness 

• Knowledge of health issues and needs that affect the post-secondary population 

• Experience working with diverse and at-risk populations 

Required Skills: 

• Self-initiating, self-motivated and self-directive with the ability to work independently and take initiative 

• Strong written and oral communication abilities 

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment  

• Able to effectively organize and manage multiple demands 

 Experience or knowledge within these skills will be considered an asset  

• Public speaking experience  

• Ability to manage and resolve conflict and challenging situations 

• Experience within a leadership role 

• Relevant degree program and related experience and skills 

• Knowledge of health issues and needs that affect the post-secondary population 

• Knowledge of and comfort with sexual/mental health promotion and substance use and related topics 

• Knowledge of digital media communication  

2025 – 2026 commitment: 

• Attend and complete mandatory fall training and team building on September  from 8:30am-4:30PM and September  from 2:30-5:00pm 

• Be available each Friday in September from 2:30 – 4:30 pm for additional topic related training 

Work Schedule

• 2025-2026 Fall and Winter terms: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, up to 20 hours per week; occasional evening and weekend work may be necessary 

• 2026 Spring and Summer: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, up to 30 hours per week; occasional evening and weekend work may be necessary 

• Hourly Wage: $18/hour + 6% vacation pay 

• Expected Start Date: Monday, August 18, 2025

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To apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, two references (only one can be personal), printed proof of G.P.A. from Aurora online, and email all to: 

Amy Bousquet, RPN 

Coordinator, Student Health and Wellness Education 

University of Manitoba 

Room 469 University Centre 

Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 

Tel: (204)-295-9032 

Email: healthandwellness@umanitoba.ca 

For more information visit: UMConnect 

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you require any accommodations for completing and submitting an application, please e-mail or phone Amy Bousquet at the contact information above

Applications close July 7, 2025 11:59pm CST!