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Job DescriptionJob Description Position Title: Director of Resident Health and Wellbeing Office: Programs and Resident Life Reports to: Vice President of Resident Experiences Work Arrangements: Live-In / In-Person Role About International HouseInternational House (I-House) is a residency program for graduate students and young professionals, built on the simple yet radical notion that living in a diverse community instills a lifelong dedication to cultural understanding. Since 1924, I-House has welcomed young people from all over the world to live, learn, and grow together. In addition to offering safe and comfortable housing within a New York City historic landmark, I-House hosts an array of programming and other opportunities designed to foster cross-cultural connection and to help residents form lifelong bonds. From the outset, our mission has been simple and daring: to cultivate individuals who will help bridge the polarization, isolation, and division our world continues to face. Through an intentional admissions process, we curate an eclectic, interdisciplinary cohort of open-minded individuals who come together at a key stage in life for a crash course in social and cultural intelligence. It is a life-changing experience our alumni carry into their communities, practices, and professions. Learn more at . Position Summary International House (I-House) is seeking a compassionate, strategic, and culturally responsive Director of Resident Health and Wellbeing (Director) to serve as the primary wellness resource for our diverse international residential community. Reporting to the Vice President of Resident Experiences, the Director provides leadership in resident wellbeing through supportive counseling, case management, crisis intervention, wellness education, and community engagement. The Director develops and implements initiatives that foster resilience, belonging, intercultural understanding, and holistic wellbeing while supporting residents through personal, academic, emotional, and cultural transitions. As a member of the Resident Experiences leadership team, the Director collaborates across departments to strengthen the resident experience, supervise the Peer Counselor Program, coordinate wellness initiatives, and contribute to the strategic priorities of International House. Why Work at I-House? I-House offers meaningful career opportunities, robust benefits, and a supportive environment for its employees. Perks and benefits include:Generous time off including vacation, holidays, and sick timeComprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance403b retirement plan with company matchTuition assistance and financial support for job trainingFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and related expenses Complimentary access to our on-site fitness facilitiesStaff discount in our full-service dining facilityEmployee appreciation events and enrichment programmingA friendly, inclusive, and collaborative work culture committed to I-House's core values of Empathy, Respect and Moral Courage Live-In Position Expectations This is a required live-in position. The Director is provided a one-bedroom apartment within International House and serves as an active member of the residential community. Living on-site is an essential function of the position and supports the Director's ability to build relationships with residents, provide timely support, and respond effectively to emergencies. The successful candidate will:Reside at International House as a condition of employment.Maintain a visible, approachable, and engaged presence within the residential community.Participate in an established on-call rotation and respond to resident emergencies and urgent concerns occurring outside normal business hours.Provide after-hours consultation and support to Resident Experiences staff and Public Safety regarding wellness and behavioral concerns.Support evening and weekend programs, community events, and institutional in