THRIVE 365 (JED) Coordinator

Job Title

THRIVE 365 (JED) Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Student Wellbeing Unit

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

 

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

This position will provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of the SAMHSA funded THRIVE 365 Pathways to Hope initiative, including suicide prevention, mental health promotion, community partnerships, JED campus activities and grant compliance.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management and Grant Administration: 40%

• Coordinate implementation of all grant goals, objectives and activities
• Manage project timelines, meetings, budgets, reporting and compliance requirements
• Support evaluation, performance tracking and annual/final SAMHSA reports
• Coordinate Advisory Committee and JED campus activities.

Prevention Programming and Outreach: 35%

• Coordinate QPR and Green Zone training programs
• Lead awareness campaigns promoting 988, Veterans Crisis Line and campus resources
• Manage THRIVE 365 outreach, workshops, wellness events and communication efforts.
• Engage students, faculty, staff and families in prevention and education activities.

Partnerships and Student Support Coordination: 25%

• Coordinate community partnerships, MOUs and referral networks.
• Support screening, referral, follow-up and care coordination processes
• Assist with crisis response, postvention planning and policy implementation.
• Collaborate with UCC, Care & Assistance, UHC, I-CARE and community providers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Student Affairs or closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in student affairs, behavioral health, wellness, public health or project management.
• Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum requirement:
  • Master’s degree and one (1) year of experience in student affairs, behavioral health, wellness, public health or project management.
• Experience coordinating programs, training, outreach initiatives and partnerships.
• Strong communication, organizational and data management skills

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Student Affairs or closely related field
• Experience with federally funded grants.
• Experience in suicide prevention, mental health promotion, behavioral intervention or crisis response.

SALARY: COMMENSURATE (Salary dependent upon education/experience)

NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness
• Book scholarships
• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
• 12-15 paid holidays e
• Each year.

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.