Student Support Specialist

Responsibilities

• Serve as a welcoming resource for students navigating academic, emotional, financial, or identity-related challenges
• Build relationships with students from diverse backgrounds and connect them to wellness resources and Hillel programs
• Conduct needs assessments and provide culturally sensitive referrals for scholarships, food access, career support, and mental health services
• Assist students in navigating campus systems, including reporting antisemitism and other well-being concerns
• Facilitate wellness workshops, support groups, and identity-based initiatives
• Coordinate outreach and engagement during high-stress times through pop-up events and peer-led initiatives
• Collaborate with Hillel staff, campus departments, and community partners to integrate wellness into Jewish life
• Manage communications, documentation, and follow-up related to student support

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) required
• 0-4 years of relevant professional experience
• Passion for student wellness and fostering an inclusive campus community
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with diverse student populations
• Experience facilitating workshops, support groups, or peer-led initiatives
• Creativity and initiative to engage students

Benefits

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plan
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability (LTD) insurances
• Flexible Spending accounts
• Generous vacation/sick time and parental leave
• Professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities
• Opportunities to travel regionally and abroad, particularly to Israel

About the Company

Tanger Hillel at Brooklyn College is a dynamic and engaged Hillel located in Flatbush, Brooklyn. Affiliated with Hillel International, it provides a wide range of meaningful programs and opportunities to engage the 4,000+ Jewish students at Brooklyn College and throughout New York City.