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Posted: 07-Jan-23
Location: West Haven, Connecticut
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Internal Number: 22-91A
Internship Coordinator & Graduate Program Advisor
School of Health Sciences
Search #22-91A
The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 8,800 students from across the globe.
Over the last decade, the University has completed more than $300 million in major capital projects while launching 26 new academic programs. The University has also added campuses in Tuscany, Italy, and Orange, Conn.
The University of New Haven: Campus tour given by students and an overview message from Chancellor Steve Kaplan.
To view and apply to all University of New Haven jobs, please visit: https://www.newhaven.edu/about/employment/
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The School of Health Sciences at the University of New Haven is seeking to hire a dynamic full- time staff member to support the coordination of non-clinical internships and graduate student advisement. This position reports to the Chair of the Department of Population Health and Leadership within the School of Health Sciences.
The University of New Haven School of Health Sciences educates competent, caring health professionals by delivering innovative, interdisciplinary healthcare education and services that are student-centered, focused on excellence, with a global reach. The School aims to be a regional destination and nationally recognized leader for healthcare education and services at the forefront of healthcare for the 21st century. The School is partnering with Planetree International to become one of the first schools of health science to be certified in person- centered care. The School of Health Sciences offers a range of academic programs from undergraduate to doctoral programs offered on its West Haven, Connecticut campus. The School’s faculty include 55 full-time and clinical faculty, an on-campus Dental Center, a pre- clinical training facility, and a Health Sciences Simulation Laboratory.
The School of Health Sciences has several non-clinical programs in public health, health administration, and health sciences, all of which require an internship for graduation. This role will support internship coordination to graduate and undergraduate students in these programs. The successful candidate will also work to ensure that graduate students within various programs connect with information and resources to ensure their matriculation, progression, and successful completion of the program. This position requires frequent student and faculty in- person interaction and timely response to student concerns.
Specific Duties:
Internship Coordination
- Identifies organizations for internship and capstone project opportunities for students in the School of Health Sciences
- Advises students on internship programs and processes
- Coordinates internship opportunities with students
- Instructs internship courses for undergraduate academic programs
- Manages internship agreements between organizations and the University and School of Health Sciences
- Maintains records on student internships and outcomes
- Conducts resume and cover letter reviews prior to matching students to internships
- Updates and creates content related to internship engagement via Facebook, Twitter, Newsletters and other social media program
Academic Advising
- Provides academic advising to graduate students (online and on-ground) of all department programs including course selections and offerings, independent studies, degree requirements, concentration options, registration process, waivers/transfers requests and other academic decisions
- Creates and updates advising documents for students including program flowcharts, FAQ pages, internship checklist, course waiver information, and independent study forms
- Assists with retention efforts by contacting current students regarding registration
- Acts as liaison with student and department chairperson and/or program director to obtain waiver/transfer/course overload approval
- Coordinates with Graduate Enrollment, Marketing/Events and Public Information offices on graduate events
- Plans and attends Open Houses, and Acceptance and Orientation Day programs for graduate students
University of New Haven Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Vision
The University of New Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a diverse institution which celebrates, respects, and values individuals of all social identities. We believe that as members of the university community, our socio?cultural differences ignite intellectual growth and foster a culture of understanding that embraces our ever?changing society.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you have the qualifications we are looking for and are interested in working for an institution where the experience of learning is both personal and pragmatic and one that is guided by a distinguished faculty who care deeply about individual student success, we want to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references, all of which will remain confidential, through this link: http://apply.interfolio.com/119285
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned master’s degree in a health-related field
- Experience advising, mentoring, or coaching students
- Experience managing programs
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with developing health-related partnerships
- Experience with academic program advisement and management
- Experience working in diverse, multidisciplinary teams
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background investigation. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity.
