Student Support Specialist

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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

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