Columbia College Chicago is an acclaimed undergraduate and graduate institution that provides a comprehensive education in the arts, communications and public relations. We constantly aim to reach our full potential as an educational innovator, incubator of new creative practice and generator of real-world success for young creatives. We are located in the heart of Chicago, across the street from historic Grant Park, and housed in some of the most iconic buildings in the South Loop.

Columbia College Chicago a private urban institution of over 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students, four-year College offering a distinctive curriculum that blends liberal arts, creative and media arts and business is currently searching for a Director of Counseling Services.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction and guidance of the Associate Dean of Student Health and Support, the Director of Counseling Services will oversee the daily clinical operations including supervision and evaluation of clinical and non-clinical staff. The Director will identify key issues and service needs of the student population and help assess the department's role in the provision of services while supporting the missions of Academic and Student Affairs. In addition, this position is responsible for maintaining records, monthly statistics and trends while providing services which promote the psychological health of students.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee direct counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, and outreach services.
• Provide regular intake assessments, individual therapy, and crisis intervention as well as advocate for students when needed.
• Supervise clinical and non-clinical Counseling Services' staff through the development of individual and team goals, monitoring growth and progress, and completing annual performance evaluations.
• Manage master-level internship training program.
• Engage in routine assessment and evaluation of services provided; develop and implement new processes and procedures using a data-informed approach.
• Facilitate regular program meetings with all Counseling Services’ staff and clinical interns.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents when appropriate.
• Develop support systems to meet student's needs by identifying and coordinating a variety of available services external to the College.
• Serve as team member on various Student Affairs Committees, including the Dean of Students' Coordinated Intervention and Response Team and the College’s Behavioral Threat Assessment Team; represent Counseling Services at various campus functions as needed.
• Collaborate with Student Affairs staff and College faculty to integrate mental health services into an array of early warning systems.
• Develop and present workshops, trainings, and seminars as needed.
• Prepare monthly and yearly statistical reports, and other reports as needed.
• Plan, facilitate and coordinate fiscal resources to assure availability and accessibility of services.
• Perform other related duties and/or responsibilities, as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related discipline required.
• Professional licensure and/or certification in the state of IL (LCPC/LCSW) required.
• At least 5 years' of progressively increasing experience in operating a counseling service center and developing programs required.
• Experience in the field of psychology or counseling at the college or university level preferred.
• Experience in clinical supervisor, staff supervision and knowledge of case management software preferred.
• Knowledge of theories and foundations of counseling.
• Knowledge of administration and supervisory techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of community-based social services, mental health and student support agencies or facilities, and their functions.
• Ability to counsel students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee and is subject to change based on the needs of the department and/or college.

At Columbia, we offer a rewarding work environment for our faculty and staff. We take pride in offering competitive benefits with affordable health, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; commuter benefit program, life and accidental, death & dismemberment coverage; paid and unpaid leave options; work/life benefits; educational assistance programs; and retirement and financial planning benefits.

We invite you to join our talented faculty and staff and become part of our collective aspiration to ensure Columbia prepares students for success in their creative fields through innovation, engagement and real-world experiences.

Additional Information

• Position subject to a background screening.
• This is a non-union position.
• This position is overtime ineligible.

Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Columbia College Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations concerning civil rights. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.