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Job Description
The Healthcare Pathway/ Health Sciences and Behavioral Health Navigator works as part of the Great Basin College (GBC) School of Health Sciences and Behavioral Health team to support healthcare career exploration, student recruitment, advising, retention, and successful transition into GBC health science and behavioral health programs. This full-time position will coordinate and implement Healthcare Career Discovery activities established through the College’s healthcare workforce initiative while providing general advising and support to prospective and current students.
The Navigator will work closely with GBC faculty and staff, middle and high school partners, healthcare professionals, community partners, and students to develop and strengthen a pipeline of students interested in healthcare careers. The position will coordinate Healthcare Career Discovery programming for middle and high school students in Elko County and throughout the GBC service area, including hands-on career exploration, simulation, mentorship, healthcare demonstrations, and interaction with healthcare professionals and GBC students. Programming will progressively support students’ career awareness, academic and workforce readiness, and transition to postsecondary education.
In addition to Healthcare Career Discovery activities, the Navigator will provide general advising, recruitment, and retention support for Health Sciences and Behavioral Health students. The position will assist students with program exploration, admissions, prerequisites, academic planning, and access to campus resources; support dual-credit and workforce pathway activities; and help identify and address barriers to enrollment and student success. The position will require occasional travel throughout the GBC service area, including occasional evening, weekend, and overnight travel.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's degree. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Previous advising, navigation experience is desirable.
Previous experience working with middle/junior high or high school students desirable.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in basic computer operations, including Microsoft Office.
Self-motivated with a positive and proactive attitude.
Demonstrated ability to work well with students, faculty, and colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and implement Healthcare Career Discovery Days and other healthcare career exploration activities for middle and high school students.
Coordinate with GBC faculty and staff, middle schools, junior high schools, high schools, CTE instructors, school districts, and community partners to schedule and implement healthcare career discovery activities.
Work with GBC faculty and staff to develop hands-on activities, simulations, demonstrations, laboratory experiences, mentorship opportunities, and other career-connected learning activities.
Coordinate or assist with dual-credit, workforce certification, prerequisite, general education, and academic support activities associated with the healthcare pathway…