Assistant Director - Embedded Counselors
Full Time
Raleigh, NC
Posted
Job description
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG192356EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Assistant Director - Embedded Counselors
Anticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with credentials, qualifications, and experience
Work Schedule
M-F; 9am to 6pm. Some nights and weekends
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
About the Department
The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, and where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State and includes over 50 units and departments, 600 professional staff and faculty, along with temporary staff and graduate student employees.
DASA Reimagined 2022-2028
Vision – To unlock opportunity through equitable access to supportive, enriching, and transforming higher education experiences for all
Mission – At our core, we promote the success of the whole student. We anticipate and respond to the needs of all NC State students and intentionally co-create an equitable and inclusive campus environment and academic experience that supports students, faculty, and staff in achieving their full potential.
Values – CURIOSITY ~ EMPATHY ~ COLLABORATION ~ EQUITY and ACCESSIBILITY ~ INTEGRITY ~ TRUST
In DASA, we take personal and collective responsibility to use inclusive decision-making to advance and embed equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in everything we do.
NC State was named a great place to work in the 2022 Forbes annual survey as the best large employer in North Carolina. The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for faculty and staff who want to promote the success of the whole student.
Unit Description:
The Counseling Center assists NC State students experiencing personal, academic, or vocational problems. The goal of the Counseling Center is to provide students with professional counseling services and outreach to help them cope with issues that may impede successful academic performance. The center also offers crisis intervention and psychological/psychiatric assessment as well as consultation with others who have concerns about the mental/emotional state of NC State students. Our services are primarily short-term in nature and we make referrals to other helping professionals and community agencies as appropriate.
With a lens of social justice that prioritizes anti-racism and anti-oppression, members of the counseling center commit to:
- A nurturing, supportive Community
- A commitment to cultural humility
- Holding ourselves and each other accountable
- Embracing compassion in all situations
- Using evidenced-based quality of care
Essential Job Duties
The Assistant Director is required to perform administrative duties, provide direct service to students, consult with university faculty/staff and participate in supervision and training. This position will work closely with the Associate Director for Clinical Services in developing, revising, and maintaining policies and procedures to ensure adherence to best clinical practices and legal and ethical codes. This position will be responsible for coordination of multidisciplinary teams/committees, will directly supervise a number of clinical staff, and will assist in managing the Center’s embedded clinicians.
The Assistant Director will carry a reduced clinical load that may include walk-in/crisis assessment, after-hours on-call, individual, couples, and group psychotherapy, clinical consultation, outreach programming, and clinical supervision. There is an expectation that the Assistant Director assist in hiring, training, supervising and consulting with all clinical staff, including trainees, as needed.
This staff member serves on the Administrative Team, along with the Executive Director, and other Assistant/Associate Directors. Members of the Administrative Team will be expected to submit reports and/or data to the Executive Director as requested and will serve on committees within and outside of the Center as required. Members of the Administrative Team are expected to support the Center’s mission and commitment to diversity.
Duties and Responsibilities including but not limited to:
- Individual and group counseling of NC State students/clients (personal, academic, and vocational assessment and counseling); psychological assessment; developmental and crisis counseling; couples counseling; evaluation of students for withdrawal from the University
- Development and participation in outreach and stepped care programs
- Consultation with faculty, staff, parents, and others
- Provide evaluations and recommendations regarding students with academic and conduct problems
- Some participation in after-hours “on call” and possible evening office hours
- General administrative responsibilities
Duties specific to the embedded program:
- Develop and support collaborative relationships with the colleges
- Oversee Let’s Talk initiatives for colleges
- Lead postvention efforts involving embedded clinicians
- Build strong partnerships within the colleges as well as embedded staff
- Assure adherence to clinical standards within the embedded environments
- Oversee electronic medical records, ethical guidelines and quality of care
- Consult with University administrators, faculty and staff within and outside of the Counseling Center, regarding mental health, safety, and welfare issues
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Masters degree and independent license as a psychologist, professional counselor or social
worker
Other Required Qualifications
- Commitment to multicultural competencies
- Strong clinical skills
- Experience handling crisis situations
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Experience in a college counseling setting
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a cohesive team-oriented environment
- Knowledge of legal and ethical issues in supervision and training
- Ability to provide clinical supervision
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience utilizing a time-limited model of care.
- A minimum of five years post-licensure experience and a minimum of three years of demonstrated administrative and leadership/supervisory experience, preferably in a large university counseling center.
- Experience with program development and evaluation preferred.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
Licensed as a psychologist, professional counselor or social worker at the independent level in the state of North Carolina within six months of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
01/23/2023
Anticipated Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit a Resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00103757
Position Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
No
Department ID
244020 - Counseling Services
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University 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.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University 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.
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