Assistant Director of Counseling Services page is loaded## Assistant Director of Counseling Serviceslocations:
Main Campustime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R0005176## **If you are a current University employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.**## **Job Description**This posting is for a full-time, 10-month, exempt position. This position is responsible to provide quality mental health services to a college student population through individual, couple, and group counseling, crisis intervention, and consultation, including ethical/legal documentation, treatment planning, and diagnostic assessments as appropriate. The Assistant Director will assist in the development and implementation of a proactive, creative outreach program targeting areas of alcohol and other drug (AOD), mental health/ college student development and social health issues. This includes but is not limited to campus and community presentations, print media and web-based education and support.The Assistant Director will also be responsible for collaborating with key university and external constituencies including student services, faculty, parents, and community resources.Essential Functions1.
Provide individual, couple and group counseling to students.
2.
Maintain timely, accurate, and ethical documentation consistent with governing laws and ethics.
3.
Conduct triage assessment and intervention for urgent/walk-in appointments.
4.
Work collaboratively across university departments to ensure delivery of integrated professional services, including campus/community committee work.
5.
Provide after-hours on-call crisis response/consultation as needed.
6.
Provide professional consultation to all members of the University community, including faculty, staff, students, and parents. Serve as liaison for referrals for faculty, staff, students, parents.
7.
Assist in developing and providing mental health-related outreach education and prevention efforts including classroom presentations, workshops, comprehensive planning /strategic programming and web-based education and support.
8.
Work collaboratively with the Senior Director of Counseling Services and within the university, division of student affairs, and the community to manage an adaptive and responsive mental health delivery system based on best practices.
9.
Provide administrative and clinical supervision as needed in Director’s absence.
10.
Perform all other duties deemed appropriate for the position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Competencies
1.
Technical Capacity.
2.
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
3.
Thoroughness.
4.
Collaboration Skills.
5.
Communication Proficiency.
6.
Flexibility.Supervisory Responsibility
This position will provide clinical supervision as requested to license-dependent staff.Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time 10-month position, and general hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position will necessitate occasional evening, weekend, and limited summer hours.Travel
No travel expected for this position.Required Education and Experience
1.
A minimum of a Master’s degree in a mental health discipline (counseling, clinical/counseling psychology, clinical social work)
2.
A minimum of three years of post-graduate experience as a mental health professional.
3.
Independently licensed in the State of Ohio with supervisory designation, authorizing both independent clinical practice and the provision of supervision to trainees, interns, and license-dependent staff, with demonstrated clinical experience and compliance with applicable legal and ethical standards.Preferred Education, Experience and Qualities
1.
Candidates must possess a collaborative spirit, be enthusiastic about service-delivery to college student population, and be team oriented. The University Counseling Services is an integral part of a strong and cooperative division of Student Services.
2.
Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, public speaking skills and interpersonal skills.
3.
Prior experience in prevention and outreach programming viewed favorably.
4.
Seeking solid generalist with knowledge of, and experience providing, a broad range of psychotherapy and counseling methods within a time-limited scope of service. Experienced in substance abuse, eating disorders, and trauma is a plus.
5.
Knowledge, skill, and ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
6.
Experience with mental health provision in a college or university counseling center.
7.
Knowledge of and ability to use crisis intervention skills.
8.
Ability to consult and collaborate both within and outside the University.
9.
Ability to use independent judgment and be dedicated to protecting confidential information.
10.
Adherence to mental health profession code of ethics.For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.The mission of the University of Findlay is to equip our students for meaningful lives and productive careers.University of Findlay cultivates the potential within each student through academic excellence, transformative experiences and a supportive community that is grounded in the Christian faith. The University is known not only for science, health professions, animal science and equestrian studies programs, but also for cultivating the next generation of business leaders, educators and innovative thinkers through a dedication to experiential learning, both in and outside of the classroom.Established in 1882 through a joint partnership between the Churches of God, General Counsel and the city of Findlay, the University of Findlay has 80+ majors leading to baccalaureate degrees and offers 12 master’s degrees, a doctor of pharmacy, a doctor of education, a doctor of education in school psychology, a doctor of physical therapy and a doctor of occupational therapy. More than 3,700 students are enrolled at Findlay.
In addition, our faculty and staff strive to create a supportive community in which our students grow and find their path to a meaningful life and productive career.As a member of the city of Findlay, you will have the opportunity to be a part of the top ranked micropolitan community in the United States. Our small city offers so much to professionals like yourself, including a robust business climate, active downtown, and top-rated schools and parks.For more information on the University of Findlay, visit. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main Campustime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R0005176## **If you are a current University employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.**## **Job Description**This posting is for a full-time, 10-month, exempt position. This position is responsible to provide quality mental health services to a college student population through individual, couple, and group counseling, crisis intervention, and consultation, including ethical/legal documentation, treatment planning, and diagnostic assessments as appropriate. The Assistant Director will assist in the development and implementation of a proactive, creative outreach program targeting areas of alcohol and other drug (AOD), mental health/ college student development and social health issues. This includes but is not limited to campus and community presentations, print media and web-based education and support.The Assistant Director will also be responsible for collaborating with key university and external constituencies including student services, faculty, parents, and community resources.Essential Functions1.
Provide individual, couple and group counseling to students.
2.
Maintain timely, accurate, and ethical documentation consistent with governing laws and ethics.
3.
Conduct triage assessment and intervention for urgent/walk-in appointments.
4.
Work collaboratively across university departments to ensure delivery of integrated professional services, including campus/community committee work.
5.
Provide after-hours on-call crisis response/consultation as needed.
6.
Provide professional consultation to all members of the University community, including faculty, staff, students, and parents. Serve as liaison for referrals for faculty, staff, students, parents.
7.
Assist in developing and providing mental health-related outreach education and prevention efforts including classroom presentations, workshops, comprehensive planning /strategic programming and web-based education and support.
8.
Work collaboratively with the Senior Director of Counseling Services and within the university, division of student affairs, and the community to manage an adaptive and responsive mental health delivery system based on best practices.
9.
Provide administrative and clinical supervision as needed in Director’s absence.
10.
Perform all other duties deemed appropriate for the position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Competencies
1.
Technical Capacity.
2.
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
3.
Thoroughness.
4.
Collaboration Skills.
5.
Communication Proficiency.
6.
Flexibility.Supervisory Responsibility
This position will provide clinical supervision as requested to license-dependent staff.Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time 10-month position, and general hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position will necessitate occasional evening, weekend, and limited summer hours.Travel
No travel expected for this position.Required Education and Experience
1.
A minimum of a Master’s degree in a mental health discipline (counseling, clinical/counseling psychology, clinical social work)
2.
A minimum of three years of post-graduate experience as a mental health professional.
3.
Independently licensed in the State of Ohio with supervisory designation, authorizing both independent clinical practice and the provision of supervision to trainees, interns, and license-dependent staff, with demonstrated clinical experience and compliance with applicable legal and ethical standards.Preferred Education, Experience and Qualities
1.
Candidates must possess a collaborative spirit, be enthusiastic about service-delivery to college student population, and be team oriented. The University Counseling Services is an integral part of a strong and cooperative division of Student Services.
2.
Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, public speaking skills and interpersonal skills.
3.
Prior experience in prevention and outreach programming viewed favorably.
4.
Seeking solid generalist with knowledge of, and experience providing, a broad range of psychotherapy and counseling methods within a time-limited scope of service. Experienced in substance abuse, eating disorders, and trauma is a plus.
5.
Knowledge, skill, and ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
6.
Experience with mental health provision in a college or university counseling center.
7.
Knowledge of and ability to use crisis intervention skills.
8.
Ability to consult and collaborate both within and outside the University.
9.
Ability to use independent judgment and be dedicated to protecting confidential information.
10.
Adherence to mental health profession code of ethics.For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.The mission of the University of Findlay is to equip our students for meaningful lives and productive careers.University of Findlay cultivates the potential within each student through academic excellence, transformative experiences and a supportive community that is grounded in the Christian faith. The University is known not only for science, health professions, animal science and equestrian studies programs, but also for cultivating the next generation of business leaders, educators and innovative thinkers through a dedication to experiential learning, both in and outside of the classroom.Established in 1882 through a joint partnership between the Churches of God, General Counsel and the city of Findlay, the University of Findlay has 80+ majors leading to baccalaureate degrees and offers 12 master’s degrees, a doctor of pharmacy, a doctor of education, a doctor of education in school psychology, a doctor of physical therapy and a doctor of occupational therapy. More than 3,700 students are enrolled at Findlay.
In addition, our faculty and staff strive to create a supportive community in which our students grow and find their path to a meaningful life and productive career.As a member of the city of Findlay, you will have the opportunity to be a part of the top ranked micropolitan community in the United States. Our small city offers so much to professionals like yourself, including a robust business climate, active downtown, and top-rated schools and parks.For more information on the University of Findlay, visit. #J-18808-Ljbffr