Student Support Specialist

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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

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