Academic Advisor

Mercy Health

Mercy Health

Toledo, OH, USA · New York, NY, USA · Toledo, OH, USA · United States
Posted on Aug 12, 2024
Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Academic Advisor

The academic advisor assists students to attain their educational goals by constructing meaningful educational plans, through frequent personal contacts and supportive communication which promote holistic development, leading to successful completion of degree requirements and timely graduation from Mercy College of Ohio. Must be able to maintain consistent contact with students using a variety of communication methods, work with diverse populations, and appreciate the challenges faced by students. The role of the academic advisor requires a working knowledge of current best practices in advising, as well as applicable accreditation and applicable standards.

Guides and counsels students towards career and personal development

Assists students with the selection of all courses and registration and scheduling processes

Monitors student progress reviewing records for progression (prerequisites) and graduation requirements

Clarifies academic requirements and policies pertinent to program of study

Provides guidance to and referrals for students to appropriate services available on campus as indicated by student need

Participates in open, professional communications between department members, Program Chairs, faculty, and staff, keeping appropriate staff informed of any issues related to performance of job duties

Other duties as assigned

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Required Minimum Education:

Bachelors

Preferred Education:

Masters

Minimum Years and Type of Experience Required:

2-3 years advising/tutoring/academic support experience at higher education level

Minimum Years and Type of Experience Preferred:

4-5 years advising/tutoring/academic support experience at higher education level

Language - Enter languages other than English that would be required or preferred for someone to speak fluently in this role.

Required:

N/A

Preferred:

N/A

Interpersonal (Soft) Skill Items – Required

Computer Skills Excel, Word, basic internet applications, and Student information systems

Reads and interprets written and oral instructions.

Demonstrates the ability to apply high levels of critical thinking and understanding

Be able to work as a team as well as independently

Sets and meets deadlines, prioritizes work, and works independently.

Conflict resolution skills

Ability to deliver High Quality Higher Education Advising

Be an Empathetic Listener

Knowledge of current trends in Higher Ed Advising

Organizes thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology.

Membership in appropriate professional organization

Must be flexible and adapt to change.

Examines data and draws logical conclusions.

Expresses and exchanges ideas by means of oral or written communication.

Identifies and understands issues and problems.

Must be able to stay focused in an environment with frequent interruptions.

Work Routines

Hybrid - Required to report onsite for some of your time. Required to report to a work location at least 40% or more onsite,

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com