The Student Belonging & Well-Being Coordinator supports student success by serving as a resource and advocate to all DDCC students. This position will assist with Accessibility Services, Student Accountability, Single Stop, Title IX, and Student Life activities. This position will report directly to the Senior Director of Student Belonging & Well-Being, and will have the following responsibilities:
Essential Job Functions:
Works directly with special student populations, such as students with a disability, pregnant students, and students with temporary medical conditions on a one-on-one basis to help ensure retention and completion.
Assists students with locating resources in the community that will help them holistically and remain in college.
Create and implement programs and initiatives that enhance student well-being and a sense of belonging on campus.
Collaborate with other departments to integrate well-being initiatives into the overall student experience.
Respond to and manage crises affecting student well-being, collaborating with appropriate campus resources and emergency services when necessary.
Provide training for faculty, staff, and student leaders on recognizing and addressing well-being concerns.
Promote awareness of available resources and services.
Partner with the Chief Diversity Officer on initiatives and projects
Educate students on the institution's code of conduct, policies, and behavioral expectations.
Develop and implement programs that address preventive measures, promoting positive behavior and ethical decision-making among students.
Maintains accurate and current records on all students served, especially the data for special population students.
Works collaboratively with other Directors of college departments/divisions at the college to help increase the completion rate of students within special populations.
Collects data and other information to analyze needs and evaluate programs for annual program reviews.
Serving as an advocate and/or advisor during the Student Accountability/Conduct process.
Assists with student programming through creation, facilitation, and/or management.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains high level of sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds
Performs other duties as assigned that achieve the mission and initiatives of the college
Supports the mission, vision, and values of the College and attends College events and meetings
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
2 or more years of experience in a related role, preferably in student services, counseling, or a similar field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in Higher Education setting
Bilingual
Knowledgeable of Title IX and ADA Laws
Basic knowledge or training in crisis intervention and mental health support
Knowledge of mental health and well-being resources
Davidson County Community College is a member of the North Carolina Community College system. DCCC serves Davidson/Davie and adjoining counties with the main campus located on the border of Lexington and Thomasville, and the Davie campus located in Mocksville. We also have three satellite education centers in the area for students who find it convenient to study in a smaller environment. Davidson County Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. (See Davidson County Community College website – www.davidsonccc.edu – Street Address: 297 DCCC Road, Thomasville, NC 27360-7385 – Post Office Address: P.O. Box 1287, Lexington, NC 27293-1287)Davidson County Community College’s mission is to develop minds, inspire imaginations, and prepare students for enhanced career and educational opportunities within a changing global environment.