Student Success Advisor | Academic Counseling & Retention

Mercy College of Ohio; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy College of Ohio is seeking a dedicated Success Advisor/Academic Advisor to support students across the lifecycle with academic advising and counseling. You will collaborate with faculty and the Office of Student Success to connect students with resources, policies, and opportunities that drive educational goals.

The role emphasizes equity, inclusion, and proactive student support, including tutoring, counseling referrals, and program development to enhance persistence and graduation

Qualifications

• Graduate-level degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or Student Development is required.
• 2+ years of experience in academic advising, higher education counseling or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising and counseling to a diverse student population, including non-traditional on-campus and hybrid/online learners.
• Develop skills and strategies for independent learning, academic success and degree progression.
• Refer students to career, counseling, and student life resources as needed.
• Assist with retention programming and orientation for incoming students.
• Monitor progress and help develop graduation plans with individual students.

Skills

Academic advising

Student counseling

Higher education

Education

Master's degree in Education/Counseling/Student Development

Job description

Mercy College of Ohio is seeking a dedicated Success Advisor/Academic Advisor to support students across the lifecycle with academic advising and counseling. You will collaborate with faculty and the Office of Student Success to connect students with resources, policies, and opportunities that drive educational goals.

The role emphasizes equity, inclusion, and proactive student support, including tutoring, counseling referrals, and program development to enhance persistence and graduation