Student Support Specialist

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Emotional/mental health support
Academic support services
Case management services
The Student Support Specialist will assist Deans and faculty in the retention of undergraduate and graduate students by offering support and resources for emotional/mental health concerns, financial stress, academic support, and personal difficulties

Job Summary

  • The Student Support Specialist will assist Deans and faculty in the retention of undergraduate and graduate students by offering support and resources for emotional/mental health concerns, financial stress, academic support, and personal difficulties.
  • This externally funded position involves coordinating with campus services, developing early intervention programs, and tracking at-risk students to support academic success.
  • The role requires providing advice, crisis counseling, case management, and academic coaching, with opportunities to supervise interns and graduate assistants.

Matching Summary

The Student Support Specialist will assist Deans and faculty in the retention of undergraduate and graduate students by offering support and resources for emotional/mental health concerns, financial stress, academic support, and personal difficulties.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • emotional/mental health support
  • academic support services
  • case management services
  • student advising and retention
  • program planning and evaluation

Nice-to-have

  • self-motivated and proactive attitude
  • ability to work collaboratively
  • develop and interpret policy
  • research and compile data

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree or higher in social work
  • Eligible for LMSW licensure in Arkansas
  • 2 years post Master’s social work experience

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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