Associate Director, Student Counseling
- Employer
- Auburn University
- Location
- Alabama, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 11, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Counsellor Education, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Psychology, Administrative, Student Affairs, Counseling, Health Services, Executive, Executive Directors
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Details
Requisition Number
S796P
Home Org Name
StudentCounselingPsychologicalScvs
Division Name
Student Affairs
Position Title
Associate Director, Student Counseling
Job Class Code
AG01
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Counseling and Health Promotion Wellness Services the Associate Director, Student Counseling oversees the day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives of the Student Counseling Psychological Services ( SCPS ) within Student Affairs. Supervises, manages, and evaluates clinical staff members contributing to the effectiveness of clinical services, training, outreach, and mental health initiatives. Assumes leadership responsibilities in absence of the Executive Director.
Essential Functions
-Supervises, manages, and evaluates clinical staff members, including Psychologists, Student Counselors, doctoral interns, and case managers to ensure the day-to-day operations function effectively and efficiently to deliver mental health resources to Auburn University Students.
-Maintains a moderate clinical caseload including individual and group therapy, clinical rotation, clinical supervision, crisis assessment and management, and outreach programming.
-Maintains and develops policy and procedures that ensure SCPS is meeting or exceeding best practices for college counseling centers including maintain the center’s International Accreditation of Counseling Services ( IACS ) accreditation and the American Psychological Association ( APA ) Accredited doctoral internship program. Develops and implements policy consistent with the institutional need and ethical professional practice.
-Analyzes the growth and evolution of different college counseling center models to optimize the delivery of mental health services.
-Oversees the recruitment, interview, and selection of hiring new clinical staff members.
-Assists and provides feedback to other management and leadership to support in their job responsibilities.
-Assumes all responsibilities and leadership of the day-to-day operations of SCPS in absence of the Executive Director.
-Initiates, develops, and maintains relationships with campus partners, stakeholders, and influences that keep college student mental health and available resources at the forefront of the university
and consistent with its mission.
Education Level
Ph.D.
Field of Study
Degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an accredited college or university, one year of psychology internship experience from an APA or APPIC listed psychology internship program, and one year of psychology residency experience in clinical or counselling psychology.
Years of Experience
5
Area of Experience
Experience as a clinical staff member in a college counseling center with past administrative responsibilities. At least 2 years of experience supervising or leading professional level staff.
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Education Level
Field of Study
Years of Experience
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of counseling practices, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ) regulations, code of ethics, and Federal and State laws related to the counseling of individuals.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Licensed Psychologist in Alabama or eligible for licensure
Desired Qualifications
7-10 years of experience in a college counseling center.
Evidence of tangible contributions (e.g., leadership positions, invited presentations, etc.) in a psychology professional organization.
Salary Grade
37
Salary Range
$68,700 - $114,500
Job Category
Student Affairs
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
05/11/2021
Closing Date
06/01/2021
EEO Statement
A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is required. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/22743
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Other
- Other Documentation
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How were you made aware of this opportunity?
- AU Employment website
- Employment websites (Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.)
- Veterans Assistance Services
- Disability Assistance Services
- Newspaper
- Professional Journal
- Listserv
- HR email
- Social Media
- State Employment Service
- Walk-in
- Other
- * Please select the answer that best describes your current
employment relationship with Auburn University.
- Not a current Auburn employee
- Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
- Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
- * Do you have a Ph.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from
an accredited college or university?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have one year of psychology internship experience from
an APA or APPIC listed psychology internship program and one year
of psychology residency experience in clinical or counseling
psychology?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have 5 years of experience as a clinical staff member
in a college counseling center with administrative
responsibilities, plus 2 years of experience supervising or leading
professional-level staff?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you a licensed Psychologist in Alabama or eligible for
licensure?
- Yes
- No
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