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 provide advice, crisis counseling, and case management services to undergraduate and graduate students covering academic, social, and career issues

Job Summary

  • The Student Support Specialist will provide advice, crisis counseling, and case management services to undergraduate and graduate students covering academic, social, and career issues.
  • This five-year externally funded position involves coordinating with campus services like Career Services and Health Services to ensure students utilize available resources.
  • The role includes supervising clinical interns and administrative graduate assistants while developing early intervention programs to address student needs.

Matching Summary

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

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
  • Academic probation support

Nice-to-have

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

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter