Director of Counseling, Curry Health Center

The Health Center Administration invites applications for a Counseling Director to join their team. The Counseling Director is responsible for managing the mental and behavioral healthcare services provided by Counseling Services, networking with local and State stakeholders, and providing direct clinical care for UM students, which includes some after-hours response during campus tragedies. It has considerable autonomy and reports to the Executive Director of Curry Health Center (CHC).

The primary responsibility of managing Counseling Services is a leadership position with considerable complexity, including all aspects of personnel management, budget preparation, long range planning, delivery of mental/behavioral health services, identification and trouble-shooting of legal components and complaints, participation on campus/local/State committees, direction and involvement in campus outreach programs, staff development and training and quality improvement efforts. It assures compliance with the standards set forth by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).

The Counseling Director serves on the CHC management team and participates in the leadership of the health center with the expectation of collaborating with other CHC departments in clinical care and prevention. This position also represents Curry Health Center and/or the University of Montana in campus/community activities and taskforces. It requires a considerable degree of initiative and vision. The Director regularly interfaces with key campus departments, including leadership in Student Affairs, Community Standards, faculty, athletics, administration, and the University Police Department. It has frequent contact with University legal counsel, parents, loved ones and concerned others. The Director provides consultative services to the broader campus community related to suicide prevention and dealing with disruptive students. As such, the Director is a member of the University’s Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) and the Admissions Review committee.

The individual in this position works closely with the UM Housing to train their staff. The position also works with the Associate Director of UM Housing in charge of conduct, the Associate Director of Community Standards and the Associate Vice Provost of Student Success regarding issues related to the student code of conduct.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Position Details

• Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, MUS Contract and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program
• Salary for this position is $89,440 per year commensurate with qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in a mental health field (psychology, social work, counseling, etc.)
• Licensed to provide mental health care in the State of Montana, i.e. Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Clinical Psychologist
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
• Successful supervisory skills
• Budgeting skills including a working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
• General computer skills
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to strategically plan to establish department priorities
• Must have the ability to represent CHC in a positive manner
• Understanding of HIPAA and FERPA rules
• Working knowledge of brief counseling model
• Curry Health Center (CHC) strongly encourages all employees to be current with the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations on immunizations for Health Care Worker (HCW). This will ensure a safe work environment for our employees as well as our patients. The employees who have not been vaccinated will not be able to work if an outbreak occurs

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in a mental health field (psychology, social work, counseling, etc.)
• 3 years of demonstrated managerial experience
• At least 1 year of experience in a college health setting

About Curry Health Center and UM

Curry Health Center is the primary health care provider for the students of the University of Montana. We fulfill our campus role of promoting student success by providing direct health care to students; enhancing personal health and development; supporting the campus community through education and public health activities; and providing a variety of learning opportunities for students.

Curry Health Center Counseling Services provides a confidential and inclusive environment to address the personal, behavioral and mental health needs of all UM students. We specialize in addressing the concerns and goals of our diverse UM community.

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

How to Apply

Application Deadline: Sunday, February 20, 2022 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Candidates are required to submit the following materials online.

A complete application Includes:

1. Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable
2. Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
3. Professional References – names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Job Location Missoula, Montana, United States
Position Type Full-Time/Regular