Director of Clinical Services/Assistant Director of Counseling Center

Newark, NJ, United States

Rutgers The State University Director of Clinical Services/Assistant Director of Counseling Center Newark , New Jersey Apply Now Recruitment/Posting Title Director of Clinical Services/Assistant Director of Counseling Center

Job Category

Job Category Staff & Executive - Student Affairs and Services

Department

Overview

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center at Rutgers University-Newark supports the mental health & well-being of our diverse student community. A passionate and dedicated staff of licensed clinicians work to create a safe and therapeutic environment where students can find the support they need. Our care is holistic and culturally responsive, providing an affirming space where our students can work to achieve a sense of well-being that maximizes their potential.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Director of Clinical Services/Assistant Director of Counseling Center. Under the general direction and leadership of the Director of Counseling Center, provide oversight and coordination for all clinical functions in campus-wide mental health service. The AD is responsible for the strategic planning, direction, and operations of all mental health clinical services and training within the Counseling Center.This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

Provides direct service to students and the campus community, including but not limited to individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, etc.

Develops and implements clinical practices and procedures that are consistent with the mission of the counseling center: to serve students and advocate for collegiate mental health, ensuring adherence to best practices and evidence-informed care

Along with the Director, studies the organization and develops policies and procedures for providing and growing comprehensive mental health and preventative services for Rutgers University-Newark students including outreach and prevention, intervention, crisis service, group and individual treatment, and referral

Oversees and participates in after-hour/on-call crisis response as needed

Provides general and clinical supervision of all mental health services staff, and is responsible for optimal programming of the counseling center

Ethically and efficaciously manages clinical services to students, including supervision and provision of triage and risk assessments

Develops and maintains strong relationships with campus partners and seeks to enhance community knowledge through outreach, training, and education for students, faculty, and staff which may require flexibility to accommodate for off-hours events.

Supports the daily administration of the center and all clinical services including the development and organization of the center's training program, and participation of RUN CC in adjunct clinical and research programs

Position Status Position Status Full Time

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 08

Annual Minimum Salary

Annual Minimum Salary 101444.000

Annual Mid Range Salary 128401.000

Annual Maximum Salary

Annual Maximum Salary 155358.000

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Union Description

Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .

Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Four years of post-doctoral clinical counseling experience with demonstrated experience in providing substance abuse and/or dual-diagnosis is required

Certifications/Licenses Active NJ licensure as a psychologist

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have knowledge in risk assessment, clinical operations, and supervisory skill.

Must have knowledge and expertise in multicultural psychology

Must have expertise or interest in providing clinical supervision.

Must be able to work strategically to manage demand/need with the provision of quality care for students.

Must have demonstrated ability in time management, multi-tasking, and efficiency in administrative procedures.

Preferred Qualifications Titanium, TAO or other web-based Mental Health programs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

None

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 24ST0582

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 03/11/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Director of Clinical Services/Assistant Director of Counseling Center Job Category Staff & Executive - Student Affairs and Services Department Counseling Center - Nwk Overview Counseling Center The Counseling Center at Rutgers University-Newark supports the mental health & well-being of our diverse student community. A passionate and dedicated staff of licensed clinicians work to create a safe and therapeutic environment where students can find the support they need. Our care is holistic and culturally responsive, providing an affirming space where our students can work to achieve a sense of well-being that maximizes their potential. Posting Summary Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Director of Clinical Services/Assistant Director of Counseling Center. Under the general direction and leadership of the Director of Counseling Center, provide oversight and coordination for all clinical functions in campus-wide mental health service. The AD is responsible for the strategic planning, direction, and operations of all mental health clinical services and training within the Counseling Center.This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Provides direct service to students and the campus community, including but not limited to individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, etc.

Develops and implements clinical practices and procedures that are consistent with the mission of the counseling center: to serve students and advocate for collegiate mental health, ensuring adherence to best practices and evidence-informed care

Along with the Director, studies the organization and develops policies and procedures for providing and growing comprehensive mental health and preventative services for Rutgers University-Newark students including outreach and prevention, intervention, crisis service, group and individual treatment, and referral

Oversees and participates in after-hour/on-call crisis response as needed

Provides general and clinical supervision of all mental health services staff, and is responsible for optimal programming of the counseling center

Ethically and efficaciously manages clinical services to students, including supervision and provision of triage and risk assessments

Develops and maintains strong relationships with campus partners and seeks to enhance community knowledge through outreach, training, and education for students, faculty, and staff which may require flexibility to accommodate for off-hours events.

Supports the daily administration of the center and all clinical services including the development and organization of the center's training program, and participation of RUN CC in adjunct clinical and research programs

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Exempt Grade 08 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 101444.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 128401.000 Annual Maximum Salary 155358.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .

Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Four years of post-doctoral clinical counseling experience with demonstrated experience in providing substance abuse and/or dual-diagnosis is required

Certifications/Licenses Active NJ licensure as a psychologist

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have knowledge in risk assessment, clinical operations, and supervisory skill.

Must have knowledge and expertise in multicultural psychology

Must have expertise or interest in providing clinical supervision.

Must be able to work strategically to manage demand/need with the provision of quality care for students.

Must have demonstrated ability in time management, multi-tasking, and efficiency in administrative procedures.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Titanium, TAO or other web-based Mental Health programs. Physical Demands and Work Environment None Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 24ST0582 Posting Open Date 03/11/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-Newark Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City Newark State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 60.1.35 , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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