Academic Success Counselor SPAHP and SOM/PA - Phoenix
 Creighton University | |
 United States, Arizona, Phoenix | |
| 3100 North Central Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Dec 12, 2024 | |
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Position Summary: The Academic Success Consultant for the Phoenix campus is responsible for development and implementation of academic success programs for occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy and physician assistant students. This position is a shared position between the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions (SPAHP) and the School of Medicine Physician Assistant program. This position provides individualized remediation and academic skill enhancement for students facing probation and/or course remediation. Essential Functions: * Provide individual academic success consultation/coaching for academic skill development, time management, study skills, test taking strategies, etc. * Serve as liaison and consultant to faculty, both in their roles as instructors and academic advisors * Work with faculty to proactively identify struggling students. * Implements academic success programs for students (individual academic coaching, seminars or workshop, guest presentations, etc.) * Collaborates in the development and delivery of faculty development opportunities related to student learning. * Administers and interprets learning preference inventories, learning and study strategy inventories, and other student assessments. * Exam proctoring as needed * Serve on school and university committees. * Serves as reference person for student resources, referrals, and services (e.g., financial aid, emergency loan, scholarship issues, student accessibility services, student counseling services, etc.) * Assists as needed in organizing School events (i.e. orientation week, white coat ceremony, graduate recognition and hooding) Academic Success Consultant - SPAHP ONLY * Assist in the creation of individualized curricular plans for off-track students * Teach up to 3 credit hours per year * Assist in the coordination of tutoring programs for first-year courses * Collaborate in the recruitment, training and supervision of tutors Academic Success Consultant - PA ONLY * Provides counseling and support for students studying for exams & assessments * Maintains Blueline (LMS) content for student success as it relates to academics * Provide leadership for scheduling and recruitment of proctors for students requiring testing accommodations. Education & Experience: * Master's Degree in Counseling, College Counseling and Student Development or Student Affairs * 3+ years' experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Knowledge of higher education operations * Interpersonal/human relations skills to build relationships with students and create collaborative relationships with other professionals * Written and verbal communication skills * Knowledge of adult learning theory and educational psychology preferred * Organizational, management, and collaborative skills * Counseling/advising skills to assess and create interventions with a diverse population * Teaching skills including ability to conduct small groups and develop and deliver presentations and educational programs * Ability to relate well with students * Must be accessible and flexible in student interactions * Ability to maintain confidentiality * Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Access, Excel etc.). Creighton University salary ranges are determined by role, level of responsibility, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Why Creighton? At Creighton, you are part of something big. Your skills and passions unite with thousands of faculty, staff and students inspired to change the world. Here, we offer meaningful work driven by a 475-year-old Jesuit tradition committed to social justice and serving others. Through this tradition, we push the boundaries on innovation. We pursue new knowledge for the betterment of society. We seek to improve our world through Catholic and Jesuit values. And it all starts with you. Creighton University, an R2 Carnegie classification, is a Jesuit, Catholic university. In this Ignatian tradition, Creighton emphasizes the type of research that engages the world and that is driven by engaged teachers who are committed to justice and the pursuit of knowledge for the betterment of society. Recognized for its undergraduate research profile and its six health professional schools. Creighton is an urban campus in the heart of Omaha, Nebraska, a vibrant and growing city of nearly a million people with four Fortune 500 companies, an active sports scene, a vibrant arts community, and a nationally-recognized restaurant scene. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. 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