University of Illinois Chicago · 20 hours ago
Extra Help - Program/Student Advisor - TRIO Student Support Services Program (SSS)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$32.36/hr - $32.36/hrThe University of Illinois Chicago is a prominent urban public research university dedicated to student success. The Extra Help Program/Student Advisor for TRIO Student Support Services provides support to undergraduate students, helping them overcome barriers to success and encouraging engagement and goal setting.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Develop and implement programs that enhance and support student motivation, engagement in learning that leads to enhanced self-perception, self-confidence and self-image
Form and lead student learning communities to improve academic knowledge e.g. individual and group tutoring, cohort engagement for integrative learning, and facilitation of student-faculty interactions
Develop and implement programs that enhance and support the non-cognitive development of low-income and first-generation students such as development of leadership skills and mentoring activities that facilitate transition to college, persistence, critical thinking skills, and pursuit of excellence
Develop and implement a high impact retention program that charts students’ challenges and strengths, analyze results, and assist students in setting realistic and productive short-trm and long-term goals for personal and academic success
Develop and implement grant mandated and non-mandated programs that address academic behavior, self-regulating learning habits and effective problem-solving techniques
Develop and implement a cohort mentoring program that matches students’ needs, increases sense of belonging, deploy effective methods to overcoming real life barriers and engagement with the campus community
Serve as Coach to facilitate and provide guidance to the population of students whose lower socio-economic backgrounds have limited their family support, positive parental experiences, and guidance necessary to navigate day-to-day college life
Serve as Coach to guide students toward academic excellence, self-direction on seeking scholarships, research opportunities and developing habits that promote academic success
Develop and coordinate student program recruitment activities, including attending college day/night programs and college fairs
Disseminate information at campus open houses or other settings
Assists or develops and maintains promotional and marketing plans; e.g social networks, list serves, and email blasts
Communicate with faculty and departmental administrators on behalf of students
Provide resource referral for external issues that may affect matriculation
Perform other related duties as assigned
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Additional education or other formal training in an area of specialization inherent to the position may be required
Demonstrated work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position may be required
Bachelor degree, additional education, training and/or work experience in a distinct academic discipline or area of specialization may be designated by the Employer. Such designations must be directly linked to the specific position description and requirements
Preferred
Experience with TRIO Programs preferred
Experience with the Department of Education TRIO regulations and procedures preferred
Demonstrated experience working with diverse or underrepresented student populations similar to TRIO preferred
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite and other computer software programs preferred
Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing quality educational guidance
Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in the presentation and delivery of academic programs, strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, recruitment methods, and coordination of people and resources
Knowledge of educational, evaluation, and measurement principles, practices, methods, and techniques, university policies and procedures
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively; ability to develop a rapport with students
Company
University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is Chicago's largest university with more than 33,000 students, 12,000 employees, 16 colleges and a major public medical center.
Founded in 1965
10001+ employees
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