Columbia University
Assistant Director of Student Wellbeing
Columbia University, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Type:
Officer of Administration
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Hours Per Week:
35
Salary Range:
$75,000 - $86,000
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.Position Summary
The Columbia University School of General Studies (GS) is the finest liberal arts college in the United States dedicated to making Ivy League education accessible to nontraditional students. GS was founded in 1947 with the mission of expanding access to elite higher education, and it remains the most diverse college in the Ivy League, with many transfer, first-generation, and international students. GS students are fully integrated with Columbia’s broader undergraduate population and are taught by Columbia’s celebrated faculty.
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Wellbeing, this position will support and bolster the academic mission of the School of General Studies (GS) by promoting student well-being, creating supportive programming, and facilitating access to critical services and resources that will alleviate barriers to educational success.
Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Wellbeing, this position will support the needs of students who are experiencing challenges in areas such as academics, accommodations, physical health, psychological health, economic, discipline, family relationships, and social adjustments through a variety of interventions, referrals, and follow up services. Responsibilities include case management, program development and implementation, and other relevant special projects.
Responsibilities
Perform ongoing case-management for individual students in various stages of distress and need, providing follow-up to ensure compliance with recommendations to achieve case management goals.
Serve as a member of the After-Hours Administrator-on-Call team to provide after-hours support to students in crisis, acting as a point of contact for campus partners in support of student safety.
Support students returning from a medical leave of absence to facilitate a smooth transition back to GS.
Develop proactive student programming in partnership with various campus partners to engage students around wellbeing topics.
Participate on leadership teams to provide individualized wellbeing support including programming and case management for specific student populations.
Provide support to students impacted by the conduct process.
Provide administrative support and follow-up for various committees such as the GS Students of Concern Committee and the GS Medical Leave Re-Enrollment Committee.
Assist with communication related to student housing as part of the GS Housing Committee.
Perform other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 1-3 years of related counseling and/or case management experience required.
Ability to identify students in crisis based on social work, clinical psychology, or counseling psychology experience; provide support as needed.
Ability to professionally and appropriately manage sensitive and confidential information.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with groups; works well in a team-oriented environment.
Must be able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities and be a team player.
Must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of Windows and MS Office is required.
Proficiency with Maxient is desirable.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
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Officer of Administration
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Hours Per Week:
35
Salary Range:
$75,000 - $86,000
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.Position Summary
The Columbia University School of General Studies (GS) is the finest liberal arts college in the United States dedicated to making Ivy League education accessible to nontraditional students. GS was founded in 1947 with the mission of expanding access to elite higher education, and it remains the most diverse college in the Ivy League, with many transfer, first-generation, and international students. GS students are fully integrated with Columbia’s broader undergraduate population and are taught by Columbia’s celebrated faculty.
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Wellbeing, this position will support and bolster the academic mission of the School of General Studies (GS) by promoting student well-being, creating supportive programming, and facilitating access to critical services and resources that will alleviate barriers to educational success.
Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Wellbeing, this position will support the needs of students who are experiencing challenges in areas such as academics, accommodations, physical health, psychological health, economic, discipline, family relationships, and social adjustments through a variety of interventions, referrals, and follow up services. Responsibilities include case management, program development and implementation, and other relevant special projects.
Responsibilities
Perform ongoing case-management for individual students in various stages of distress and need, providing follow-up to ensure compliance with recommendations to achieve case management goals.
Serve as a member of the After-Hours Administrator-on-Call team to provide after-hours support to students in crisis, acting as a point of contact for campus partners in support of student safety.
Support students returning from a medical leave of absence to facilitate a smooth transition back to GS.
Develop proactive student programming in partnership with various campus partners to engage students around wellbeing topics.
Participate on leadership teams to provide individualized wellbeing support including programming and case management for specific student populations.
Provide support to students impacted by the conduct process.
Provide administrative support and follow-up for various committees such as the GS Students of Concern Committee and the GS Medical Leave Re-Enrollment Committee.
Assist with communication related to student housing as part of the GS Housing Committee.
Perform other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 1-3 years of related counseling and/or case management experience required.
Ability to identify students in crisis based on social work, clinical psychology, or counseling psychology experience; provide support as needed.
Ability to professionally and appropriately manage sensitive and confidential information.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with groups; works well in a team-oriented environment.
Must be able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities and be a team player.
Must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of Windows and MS Office is required.
Proficiency with Maxient is desirable.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
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