Assistant Director, Counseling & Consultation Services

Position Summary

The Assistant Director provides counseling, consultation, and outreach services within the scope of CCS operations. The position is also responsible for the administration of the American Psychological Association ( APA ) accredited doctoral internship training program as well as coordination of the CCS practicum training program. The Assistant Director serves as a member of the CCS administrative team, collaborating with Director and Associate Director to provide general oversight for the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide direct client services including individual and group counseling, initial consultation (triage) appointments, crisis intervention and case management.

Administration of the APA accredited Doctoral Internship in Health Service Psychology

• Serve as APA liaison and complete all accreditation requirements including report writing and other administrative tasks.
• Coordinate yearly intern application, selection and match process.
• Develop and implement training program requirements in collaboration with CCS staff.
• Oversee supervision and evaluation of interns as well as daily operations of the internship program.
• Overall administrator for all training provided by CCS including internship, practicum, and GA training.

Supervision and Training

• Provide supervision and training for doctoral interns, practicum student trainees, and graduate assistants.

Clinical Documentation

• Maintain accurate clinical records in a timely and ethical manner

Administration of CCS operations

• Develop CCS services, programs and policies/procedures.
• Communicate CCS services, programs and policies/procedures to the NIU community.
• Assume responsibility for CCS operations during absence of Director and/or Associate Director.

Outreach Programming

• Provide outreach programming to the university community focused on topics related to mental health and wellness.

Consultation Services

• Provide consultation services regarding mental health issues and students of concern to faculty/staff, students, family, and others.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

N/A

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

• Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology
• At least three (3) years of experience providing counseling services
• Previous experience providing supervision to doctoral interns and/or other psychology trainees
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Illinois as a Clinical Psychologist
• Experience providing services to diverse clients and a demonstrated commitment to multicultural counseling competencies

Additional Requirements (SPS)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

• Experience working in a university counseling center
• Prior and/or current administrative/coordination responsibilities

Physical demands/requirements

N/A

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

8/1/2023

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

1.00

Standard Hours Per Week

37.50

Salary

$86,000.16 - $90,000.00/annual

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range

$3,583.34 - $3,750/semi-monthly

Earn Type

Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Applicant documents should be uploaded to https://employment.niu.edu/postings/70518 Preference will be given to completed applications received by Friday, May 12th, 2023: applications received after this date are welcomed but will be considered as needed.

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• List of at least 3 Professional References

Applications received after Friday, May 12th, 2023 are welcomed but will be considered as needed.

Questions or inquiries can be directed to Anna Forba, Administrative Aide at aforba1@niu.edu .

Special Instructions

N/A

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/70518

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. List of at least 3 References

Optional Documents

1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
2. Other #2

Supplemental Questions

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