Assistant Director- Miller Wellness Center Counseling

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
South Dakota State University

Working Title
Assistant Director- Miller Wellness Center Counseling

Posting Number
NFE02585P

Department
SDSU-Wellness Center-Health

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text

Are you a compassionate and experienced mental health professional looking to make a significant impact on the lives of university students? The Wellness Center Counseling Services is looking for our new Assistant Director. If you are looking for ways to support the emotional well-being of the South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) campus community, this opportunity may be for you! SDSU is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and the holistic development of students. As the Assistant Director for Wellness Center Counseling, you will play a pivotal role in the overall well-being and success of students by working closely with the Director and counseling staff to ensure the delivery of exceptional mental health care to our student population. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

The mission of South Dakota State University Student Health Clinic and Counseling Services is to promote the health and wellness of the university community, to enhance student retention and to support academic and personal success of all students. We specialize in college health, offering high-quality health care services. We understand today’s college students and are committed to assisting with students with their healthcare needs.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
This position provides leadership and oversight for the South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) Counseling Services. The role involves fostering strong collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and university administrators while offering training and consultation on the prevention and early intervention of mental health issues that could impact student success or pose risks to the safety and well-being of the campus community. Additionally, the position plays an active role in university-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing student life and improving retention.

BENEFITS :
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master’s degree in Counseling or directly related field completed by start date;
• Minimum of three years experience in counseling;
• At least two years of supervisory experience;
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple constituents, both verbally and in writing, through presentations, reports, portfolios, and other forms of documentation;
• Ability to deliver messages in a clear and understandable manner to all stakeholders; and
• Ability to effectively communicate knowledge of the complexities of college mental health service delivery.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Previous experience in a leadership role within a college setting
• Proven ability to provide vision, training, supervision, and leadership to a department
• Strong relationship management skills with a demonstrated commitment to student learning
• LPC -MH and/or QMHP licensure in the State of South Dakota

APPLICATION PROCESS :
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
01/09/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
01/30/2025

Advertised Salary
The starting salary is $68,000 with education and/or experience to be considered.

Duration of the Term
12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100

Work Hours

The majority of the hours are scheduled between the 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. As needed evening and weekend hours, possible rotating evening, weekend, and holiday on call hours.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Faculty Status
No

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires
Other

If other, please indicate
As needed evening and weekend hours

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128 .

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Maranda McLaren, 605-688-4157 or Maranda.mclaren@sdstate.edu.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Balancing, Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Office Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Supplemental Questions

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1. * Where did you hear about this position?
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference List

Optional Documents