Student Support Specialist

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, USA
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 provide advice, crisis counseling, and case management services to students covering academic, social, career, and related issues

Job Summary

  • The Student Support Specialist will provide advice, crisis counseling, and case management services to students covering academic, social, career, and related issues.
  • This is a five-year externally funded position with potential for extension of the initial appointment.
  • The role involves supervising clinical interns and administrative graduate assistants while coordinating with campus services like Career Services and Health Services.

Matching Summary

The Student Support Specialist will provide advice, crisis counseling, and case management services to students covering academic, social, career, and related issues.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in social work
  • Licensed Master Social Worker eligibility
  • Social work practice experience
  • Crisis counseling and case management
  • Academic probation support

Nice-to-have

  • Licensed Certified Social Worker status
  • Higher education setting experience
  • Student advising and retention initiatives
  • Grant proposal development
  • Program planning and evaluation skills

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

Proof of legal authority to work required

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