[Hiring] Student Support Specialist @State of Washington

Role Description

The Student Support Specialist reports to the RNEP Program Manager and provides individualized academic advising, mentorship, and resource coordination for students throughout their nursing education journey. This home-based (remote) position is open to Washington residents and those living in Oregon and Idaho only. Fieldwork throughout Washington State is required and is expected to comprise approximately 20% of work time. This project position is currently funded through October 30, 2030.

• Provide academic advising, mentorship, and guidance throughout nursing education.
• Coordinate with colleges and faculty to support academic progress and program requirements.
• Identify barriers to student success and connect students with resources such as tutoring, financial aid, childcare, transportation, and test preparation.
• Help students balance educational, work, and personal responsibilities.
• Build relationships with colleges, Critical Access Hospitals, and community organizations.
• Collaborate with partners to coordinate student support and strengthen retention and completion.
• Collaborate with the RNEP Program Manager and academic partners to address challenges and support program goals.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience in an advisory capacity supporting students by providing guidance, recommendations, or assistance with navigating programs or services.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, nursing, social and behavioral science, education, counseling or a closely related field and two years of experience supporting students by providing guidance, recommendations, or assistance with navigating programs or services.
• Master’s degree in public health, nursing, social and behavioral science, education, counseling or a closely related field and one year of experience supporting students by providing guidance, recommendations, or assistance with navigating programs or services.

Requirements

• Understanding of nursing education rules, regulations, and requirements.
• Experience working with health care facilities located in rural communities.
• Experience working with postsecondary students.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.
• Resources to support you now and help you plan for the future.

Company Description

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is committed to protecting and improving the health of people in Washington. We're nearly 2,700 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience.

• We help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes.
• Our work depends on people who take action to learn and grow and who take action to meet the needs of others every day, in service of a healthier Washington.