Financial Aid Counselor
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Seton Hall University as a Financial Aid Counselor – $36.4K-50K in United States. Assists students and parents regarding the financial aid process and provides information on available programs, procedures, and eligibility requirements. Works within a loan team to evaluate and adjust budgets, certify loans and reconcile loan programs.
Key Responsibilities
- and Responsibilities: 1.
- Reviews, verifies, and assesses applications and support documents in accordance with established guidelines to determine financial aid eligibility.
- Interacts with students and/or families to follow up on missing or deficient information; relays and discusses status of application.
- Provides information to students and families regarding the options for obtaining financial aid, the process for requesting aid, and the eligibility.
Requirements
- oriented, have high computer literacy, strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize daily activities. Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of Banner system a plus. Salary Range: $36,400
- $50,050 Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt Physical Demands: General Office Environment Special Instructions to Applicants:
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $36.4K - $50K
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Seton Hall University as a Financial Aid Counselor – $36.4K-50K.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Financial Aid Counselor at Seton Hall University a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Financial Aid Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Financial Aid Counseling — Physician Career Context
This Financial Aid Counseling position at Seton Hall University is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
Seton Hall University lists compensation for this physician position at $36k to $50k annually.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in South Orange, New Jersey.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($36k–$50k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Financial Aid Process, Loan Program Management, Budget Evaluation, Loan Certification, Loan Reconciliation, Application Review, Compliance, Financial Literacy. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Financial Aid Counseling role.
Core responsibilities: This role involves assisting students and parents with the financial aid process, including reviewing applications, determining eligibility, and providing information on available programs. Responsibilities also include managing a loan program from certification through reconciliation and assisting ...
Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Prescription Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago