Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Onsite
Master's degree in social work
Licensed master social worker eligibility
Social work practice experience
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Student Support Specialist to assist undergraduate and graduate students with various academic and personal challenges. This role requires a Master’s degree in social work and offers opportunities for collaboration with campus services to enhance student retention and success
Job Summary
The Student Support Specialist will assist the Deans and faculty in retaining undergraduate and graduate students by offering support in areas such as emotional health, financial stress, and academic difficulties.
This five-year externally funded position involves coordinating with campus services like Career Services and Health Services to ensure students utilize available resources effectively.
The role includes supervising clinical interns and administrative graduate assistants while developing early intervention programs to address student needs.
Matching Summary
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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Student Support Specialist to assist undergraduate and graduate students with various academic and personal challenges. This role requires a Master’s degree in social work and offers opportunities for collaboration with campus services to enhance student retention and success.
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 skills
Case management services
Nice-to-have
Licensed Certified Social Worker status
Higher education setting experience
Student advising and retention initiatives
Program planning and evaluation experience
Grant proposal development
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 US
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States