Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Master's degree in social work
Licensed master social worker eligibility
Social work practice experience
The Student Support Specialist will assist the Deans and faculty in retaining undergraduate and graduate students by providing emotional, financial, and academic support
Job Summary
The Student Support Specialist will assist the Deans and faculty in retaining undergraduate and graduate students by providing emotional, financial, and academic support.
This five-year externally funded position involves coordinating with the CARE team, Counseling Services, and community resources to address student needs.
The role includes supervising clinical interns and administrative graduate assistants while developing early intervention programs to improve student success.
Matching Summary
The Student Support Specialist will assist the Deans and faculty in retaining undergraduate and graduate students by providing emotional, financial, and academic support.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Master's degree in social work
Licensed Master Social Worker eligibility
Social work practice experience
Crisis counseling and case management
Collaboration with campus services
Nice-to-have
Licensed Certified Social Worker status
Higher education setting experience
Student advising and retention initiatives
Program planning and evaluation skills
Grant proposal development experience
Key Requirements
Master's degree or higher in social work
Eligible for Arkansas LMSW licensure
Some level of social work practice experience
Proof of legal authority to work in the US
Pass criminal background check
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States