Student Success Specialist - DSON
Houston Christian University
Houston, TX 77074
Description
Student Success Specialist - DSON
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Job Purpose
The Student Success Specialist (SSS) for the Linda Dunham School of Nursing is responsible for holistically supporting pre-nursing, nursing, and kinesiology students, including intervening with academically at-risk students, academically advising first- and second-year students, and serving as a liaison between the School of Nursing and the department of Student Success. The SSS will develop and maintain a relationship with the Dean of their assigned academic college and invest in the extracurricular activities of that college.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Academically advises all first- and second-year students in assigned cohort
- Provides holistic support for cohort through one-on-one coaching
- Promotes and engages with career fairs and career development for specific academic unit
- Performs interventions, tracks, and creates maps to success for academically at-risk students in cohort
- Responsible for leading and executing one SSS event per year
- Builds awareness of university-based services (e.g. advising, career services, campus recreation, student organizations, tutoring) to promote holistic student development
- Assists the Dean (or designate) of assigned college in developing and implementing retention and early intervention programs for students
- Participates and leads in planning and implementation of the Summer Launch program, including active involvement during the week of the program
- Represents department and academically advises at Pre-Registration and GO events
- Aids in social, academic, and spiritual integration to support student engagement and success
- Contributes to students’ discipleship and spiritual growth as key component of student success and development
- Performs other duties as assigned by direct supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
- Commitment to the ministry and mission of Houston Christian University
- Ability and willingness to disciple students and foster spiritual growth
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university (preferably in a field of study within their assigned academic unit)
Expectations
In addition to the above job responsibilities, some weekends or evenings may be required on a limited basis.