Assistant Director/Training Director

Posting Details

Working Title

Assistant Director/Training Director

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/23071

Vacancy Number

E683

Position Number

1129

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Department

Counseling Center - 40240

Division

Student Affairs - 40000 Division

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Assistant Director/Training Director provides leadership to the Counseling Center clinical training program and assists in the design of other training opportunities and works collaboratively with Center administrators to develop/maintain appropriate clinical training experiences. This position is a critical member of the Counseling Center Leadership Team.

Responsibilities includes, but are not limited to:

• Ensures the availability of meaningful training experiences for post-doctoral fellows and other training participants
• Develops, maintains, coordinates and conducts training seminars
• Ensures adherence to Licensure Board requirements
• Assists trainees to develop a professional identity
• Provides clinical and program supervision
• Assists with managing staff interactions with the Training program
• Engages in appropriate professional practice as outlined by legal and ethical standards
• Participates in the development and delivery of proactive, psycho-education programming initiatives as needed
• Participates in the after-hour /on-call rotation providing general and clinical supervision services, as needed
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with campus colleagues in order to provide services which meet the assessed needs of campus
• Provides consultation and training services for the campus community
• Completes others duties as requested or assigned

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

An earned doctorate in counseling or clinical psychology from an academic program accredited by the American Psychological Association is required. Successful completion of a supervised doctoral internship is required. Minimum of three years of post graduation experience is required. Acceptable experiences include post doctoral fellowships in a college counseling or similar setting, direct clinical experience, clinical supervision, administrative or teaching responsibilities.

Experience in providing crisis intervention services and working within a university counseling center with an active training program is also required; Familiarity with clinical training and providing clinical supervision is required. Experience in developing and providing psycho-educational programming for a college-aged population is required. Current licensure / certification or eligibility for licensure as a psychologist in the State of North Carolina is required. Once licensed, NC licensure must be maintained to remain eligible for employment.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• 5-years licensed as a psychologist in any state with ability to transfer licensure to North Carolina
• Demonstration of progressive increases in responsibility at a Counseling Center
• Participation and involvement in professional associations or organizations relevant to training
• Involvement in the planning and implementation of psychology clinical training programs
• Sound administrative, organizational, managerial, program development and data-analytical/evaluation skills
• A strong interest in working with underserved/under-represented student populations
• Education, training and experience providing didactic training on topics related to clinical practice and program evaluation

Required Certifications or Licensures

• 5-years licensed as a psychologist in any state with ability to transfer licensure to North Carolina

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNCW Counseling Center provides general counseling for students (individual, relationship, and group); development and delivery of outreach programming; consultation services (including targeted campus training efforts) for campus constituencies; crisis intervention services, referral services, and training services (including didactic training and clinical supervision) for early career psychologists and participants in the Center’s pre-licensure training program.

College/School Information

The Division of Student Affairs consists of fourteen functional departments, each of which is responsible for providing a variety of student support, service, and educational programs which are accessible to all members of the university community. The staff members are dedicated individuals known for their passion and commitment to implementing programs and services that affect student development over the course of a lifetime. Student Affairs provides excellent delivery of student services that are responsive to student needs and promotes the quality of life and education both inside and outside the classroom. We build institutional traditions and lifelong affiliations through creative programs, vibrant student organizations, and a living/learning environment built on core values and uncompromising principles. The Division is a leader and primary spokesperson for students.

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants

To receive full consideration, please be sure you have completed the ‘Work History’ section of the application before you apply for this position. Also, please provide a cover letter that describes which specific skill set you are interested in and your work experience that will support being successful in this role. 3 or more professional references are required.

For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Please note all applications and any corresponding materials must be submitted by 11:59pm ET on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Months Per Year

12 Months

FTE

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date

01/31/2022

Posting Close Date

02/28/2022
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vita
3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you licensed or license eligible as a psychologist in the State of North Carolina?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2022)
   • UNCW Website
   • UNCW LinkedIn Page
   • UNCW Twitter Account
   • UNCW Employee Referral
   • UNCW Instagram Account (UNCW_jobs)
   • UNCW Job Alert
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • Glassdoor
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • North Carolina Job Network
   • Women in Higher Education
   • Craigslist
   • Other