Health Education Advisor

DEFINITION:

Guide health education students in the pursuit of their desired health related program at CFCC (open enrollment and selective admission) by assessing their needs, goals, interests, and prior academic experiences. Collaborate with faculty members and Student Services staff to assist students in their enrollment steps and registration in required/relevant general education courses.  Understand and interpret selective admissions processes of all Health and Human Services majors a CFCC to help prepare students for their impending application (“Intent to Apply”). 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

• Receives general supervision from the Director of the Health Science Enrollment Center (HSEC).

Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Advise students about all aspects of academic requirements with respect to the selection of courses.
• Initiate contact with students in order to inform and prepare them for general education course selections relevant to their Health and Human Services major.
• Assist students with “Parallel Planning” and consistently develop this concept to be a realistic resource to students who apply to highly selective majors.
• Provide support to students who visit the HSEC Center by greeting the students and assisting with check-in.
• Review and interpret placement and other standardized test scores.
• Assist students with learning how to understand the information on program websites, including the various program point count sheets.
• Assist students with course registration process (including teaching them to interpret program evaluations and use Self-Service registration as needed).
• Establish and maintain thorough understanding of Health and Human Services program requirements (as described in the information packets).
• Understand graduation requirements for Health and Human Services programs.
• Disseminate information on institutional policies and procedures.
• Assist with communications to students regarding student resources, academic planning, information sessions, and registration.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions with students.
• Provide students support when appropriate while remaining objective with respect to CFCC’s Health and Human Services program selection processes.
• Refer students to the appropriate specialized staff for issues such as comprehensive counseling, financial assistance, etc.
• Participate in events as needed (recruiting and onboarding related).
• Stay abreast of changing institutional information including admissions requirements, new programs, course changes, deadlines and other important dates, costs, etc.
• Engage in professional development activities.
• Participate in the HSEC’s planning, implementation, and evaluation of goals and objectives.
• Participate in Student Services programs.

Other Important Functions:

• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• College policies and procedures regarding Health and Human Services program admission standards and educational program requirements.
• The concepts of adult learning.
• Purpose of academic advising.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Ability To:

• Demonstrate excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain an enthusiastic, energetic, and professional demeanor that is welcoming to students, faculty, and staff.
• Actively engage in team building and collaboration within the center and throughout the college.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Multi-task, troubleshoot problems, and create conflict resolutions and actively seek guidance from supervisor if needed.
• Refer students to appropriate college staff for additional services as needed
• Evaluate test scores and previous education and training.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  1. Making observations
  2. Reading and writing
  3. Communicating with others
  4. Operating assigned equipment
  5. Handling varied tasks simultaneously
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
  1. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  2. Operating assigned equipment
  3. Handling varied tasks simultaneously 
  4. Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  1. Making sound decisions
  2. Responding to questions
  3. Demonstrating intellectual capabilities
     
      

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

 

Minimum Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution related to student services, health education, higher education or related field

Minimum Experience:

• One-year experience working with students in a community college or university setting.

Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills:

2 – 3+ years experience working with students in a community college or university setting

Supplemental Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.  
• To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.