Counseling and Development Specialist II

Job TitleCounseling and Development Specialist II Agency Texas A&M University Department School of Engineering Medicine Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationHouston, Texas Job TypeStaff

Job Description

Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are The School of Engineering Medicine in collaboration with Texas A&M College of Engineering, Texas A&M School of Medicine and the state’s top-ranked Houston Methodist Hospital offer an innovative medical school program called ENMED. This program was established to transform healthcare through translational interdisciplinary research, the development of medical technologies, and the development and training of “Physicianeers.” ENMED delivers a revolutionary blended curriculum with focus on innovation and entrepreneurship where students receive a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Engineering degree in the same four years. What we want The Counseling and Development Specialist II reports to the Director of Student Affairs and is responsible for designing, implementing, and delivering academic support services and learning resource programs for medical students. This role focuses on advising and supporting students who require additional assistance to promote academic success, personal development, and progression within the medical education program. What you need to know Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Location

Houston, TX Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education or related field Five years experience in academic and/or career counseling in a higher education setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in education Experience in medical school environment Experience with STEP 1 and STEP 2 prep. Experience using diagnostic educational and learning tools. Assessments related to achievement, intellectual functioning, attention, test anxiety, DSM-V criteria, learning styles and career development; including but not limited to: WAIS, Woodcock-Johnson, Nelson-Denny, Myers Briggs, LASSI. Responsibilities Academic Support Student Counseling Meet with students during orientation to proactively assess skills, potential weaknesses, and optimize performance in the curriculum. Collaborate with academic faculty to provide faculty resources and support for student remediation needs. Student Evaluation Coordinate academic support services and programs for all USMLE Step exams, and other exams required for students. Development and Implementation of Academic Support Programs Develop and implement required workshops for students in the areas of Time Management, Effective Study Strategies, Examination Preparation and Performance Represent academic support services at meetings, seminars or conferences, such as Northeast Group on Educational Affairs or other professional societies addressing student success. Continuing education and knowledge of current trends, student needs, and innovative support services is important to meeting the needs of medical students. Evaluate and recommend the purchase of supplemental learning resources for medical students, graduate students, and residents. Risk Identification Work with faculty to design an early identification process for "at-risk" students. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff. The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special. From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here! Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154. Useful Links: Benefit Programs Retirement Employee Discount Program Flexible Spending Accounts University Holidays Legal Statements New Employee Onboarding Prospective Employees Safety and Security Notices Training and Development USERRA Nondiscrimination Notice