Grant-Funded Care Specialist Pool

Posting Number

PT3393

Grant-Funded Care Specialist Pool

Student Engagement and Retention

Non-Exempt

Part-Time

$25.00 per hour

This position—housed in the Center for Access & Advocacy—reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Engagement & Retention. This position involves a collaborative, student-centered process that identifies and addresses academic, social, and emotional challenges affecting student persistence. The Specialist researches student issues, develops targeted strategies, and assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates appropriate services and interventions. Characterized by advocacy, effective communication, collaboration, and resource coordination, this role provides timely outreach to students identified through CARE Connections submitted by faculty, staff, and students.

By working closely with campus departments and community partners, the Care Specialist ensures that students are connected to the resources they need by promoting support, removing barriers to success, and contributing to improved retention and academic outcomes.

Master’s degree.

Three (3) years related experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Capacity to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community partners.
• Able to work as part of a team using a student-centered motivational interviewing and solution-focused framework to promote student persistence through to completion.

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Student Development/Student Affairs, or Social Work.
• Familiar with local social services and community resource agencies.
• Experience working with at-risk student populations.

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III :
Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

• Partner closely with colleagues to support students in need, particularly those identified through CARE Connection referrals. Build and nurture collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community partners across the campus to holistically address students’ personal, academic, and social support needs. Ensure students…