The Center for Access and Success Coordinator for Well-Being


Location: Elon University Campus

Title: The Center for Access and Success Coordinator for Well-Being

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: M-F

Hours Per Week: 40

VP Area: Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs

Department: Center for Access and Success

Position Summary

The Center for Access and Success (CAS) is seeking a committed and experienced Well-Being Specialist to offer intentional support for underrepresented PK-12 students and their families, as well as college-aged students enrolled in academically rigorous programs. This position requires expertise in working with the holistic well-being of students from diverse populations and developing innovative programs connected to the community, emotional, financial, physical, purpose, social, and mental well-being dimensions. Reporting to the Director of the Elon Academy, approximately 80% of the work will be for the Elon Academy (EA) program with 20% of the work for the Odyssey Program, First Generation Student Support Services, It Takes a Village, and Beyond 12 programs, collectively. This position will be a two-year time-limited role (through May 2027) and may be continued dependent on available funding.

Benefits of Working at Elon

Benefits of Working at Elon: Full-time Position

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses

Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Master's degree in counseling, education, or another student success-related field

Prior experience in area(s) of college access; college success; college advising; college admissions; student instruction, mentorship and advising; and/or other educational nonprofits

Strong interpersonal, public speaking, communication, and writing skills

Demonstrated commitment to promoting educational equity for underrepresented students

Preferred Education and Experience

3 years of experience working to support the holistic well-being of students and their families

Experience in and knowledge of Alamance County, NC; the Alamance-Burlington School System; and NC public and private universities and colleges

Spanish fluency is highly desired - conversation speaking and writing/translating

Job Duties

• Well-Being Coaching & Individual Student Support
  • Facilitate well-being coaching, provide individual support, and serve as a resource and referral agent to students experiencing challenges impeding their success, causing stress and anxiety, and navigating life transitions
  • Build relationships with students and their families, while being an active presence in programs that are offered in the summer, weekends, and in the evenings
  • Collaborate with members of the Team to serve as a consult on student well-being, provide ongoing individual student support, and share insight for future programmatic efforts
• Well-Being Program Development
  • Design and implement programs and curriculum, in collaboration with the EA Team and CAS staff, to support student and their families in alignment with HeathyEU initiatives
  • Build partnerships and collaborate with campus and community partners to facilitate impactful well-being programs
  • Provide holistic well-being support to their families, in partnership with Elon Academy team members, by developing comprehensive annual programs designed to educate and empower Scholars' family members as they support their Scholars throughout the program
  • Partner with Elon Academy team members to provide holistic well-being support to the student leaders who directly serve and support the Scholars
  • Lead assessment efforts and gain data-driven insights; continuously improving and refining well-being initiatives to provide excellent well-being support
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Elon Academy Team and Center for Access and Success staff members
  • Attend and present at professional forums and conferences regionally and nationally as appropriate
  • Stay informed of changing policies, challenges, and opportunities for underserved populations
  • Develop a strong network with the Alamance-Burlington School System (ABSS), the University, and community agencies in support of well-being initiatives within the Center for Access & Success
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For priority consideration, please have all application materials submitted no later than April 1, 2025.

Please submit a cover letter that addresses your experience providing student well-being.

NOTE: This position will be a two-year time-limited role (through May 2027) and may be continued dependent on available funding.


To Apply: To apply, visit: https://jobs.elon.edu/jobs/7c56c214-eb8e-4fc0-9bc2-bc35694faf85.









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Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elon’s experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs “Focused on Student Success.” Elon’s more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.

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