Rural Health Careers Navigator

University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire – Main Campus is seeking a Rural Health Career Advisor to support students, alumni, and graduates across USNH in exploring health professions in rural New Hampshire.

Under supervision of the CHHS Director of Career and Professional Success, this grant-funded role provides individualized guidance, helps create pathway plans, coordinates internships and experiences, and collaborates with faculty, healthcare partners, and community organizations to advance workforce

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health sciences, public health, education, counseling, or related field.
• Experience in academic advising, career advising, or student support services.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, healthcare professionals, and diverse student populations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using technology platforms and databases to support student success and program tracking.

Responsibilities

• Meet individually and in group settings with students and alumni interested in health professions careers.
• Assist students in exploring health-related career pathways and licensed and certified health professions.
• Guide students in assessing interests, strengths, values, and professional goals and connecting them to appropriate academic and career pathways.
• Advise students on prerequisite coursework, experiential learning opportunities, and graduate school admission preparation.
• Support students in identifying internships, clinical experiences, volunteering, job shadowing, and research opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Advising experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The University of New Hampshire – Main Campus is seeking a Rural Health Career Advisor to support students, alumni, and graduates across USNH in exploring health professions in rural New Hampshire.

Under supervision of the CHHS Director of Career and Professional Success, this grant-funded role provides individualized guidance, helps create pathway plans, coordinates internships and experiences, and collaborates with faculty, healthcare partners, and community organizations to advance workforce