Position Details

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 http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
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	23ST2818
Posting Open Date	10/20/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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