Counseling & Psychological Services Assistant Director of Training - #005303

Western Carolina University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University is seeking an Assistant Director of Training for Counseling & Psychological Services. This role involves managing clinical training programs, ensuring APA accreditation, and providing supervision to trainees. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and relevant experience in a university counseling center.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition waivers for up to three courses

Paid parental leave after 12 months

Free group exercise classes

Discounted membership to campus recreation center

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in the USA without sponsorship.
• Licensed psychologist in good standing in North Carolina or able to transfer licensure.
• Three years experience in a college/university counseling center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support clinical training programs at WCU.
• Oversee Doctoral Internship Program and maintain APA accreditation.
• Provide clinical supervision and training opportunities for staff.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Training

Psychological services

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Completion of an APA Accredited Internship

Job description

Counseling & Psychological Services Assistant Director of Training - #005303

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To be considered, you must apply online. Hard-copy application materials will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please attach a cover letter, current resume and a list of three references (include complete contact information - telephone numbers).

For questions or additional information, please contact: Dr. Engler, Director, Counseling & Psychological Services at 828-227-7469.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

The primary location of this position is on-site at the Cullowhee, NC campus.

The Assistant Director of Training will provide a central role in managing, promoting, and supporting all clinical training programs at WCU.

Those serving in this role will ensure the effective oversight and administration of the Doctoral Internship Program, maintaining APA accreditation and professional standards while managing all aspects of intern training and evaluation.

This role involves coordinating the application review process, conducting interviews, and submitting rankings to the National Matching Services, as well as overseeing the maintenance of Counseling Center records related to intern training.

Additionally, the position includes providing clinical supervision to trainees, facilitating training opportunities for staff, and delivering a range of psychological services to students, thereby fostering a supportive and effective training environment.

Interested candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America without the need for employer sponsorship or any other immigration-related assistance.

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology required. Completion of an APA Accredited Internship required. Be a licensed psychologist in good standing in North Carolina or a licensed psychologist in a state outside of North Carolina and able to transfer licensure to North Carolina by start date.

Three years experience working within a college/university counseling center setting; two to three years of experience providing training (including the provision of clinical supervision).

Posting Number	EHRA970P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30976
Classification Title	Assistant Director
Working Title	Counseling & Psychological Services Assistant Director of Training - #005303
Department	Health and Counseling Services
Anticipated Hiring Range	Based on qualifications/experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions.
About WCU
Position Summary
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week	40
Number of Months Per Year	12

Posting Text

To be considered, you must apply online. Hard-copy application materials will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please attach a cover letter, current resume and a list of three references (include complete contact information - telephone numbers).

For questions or additional information, please contact: Dr. Engler, Director, Counseling & Psychological Services at 828-227-7469.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Open Date	05/19/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Background/E-Verify
Credential Verification
EOE
University Safety

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application


2. Resume


3. List of references

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *
   Do you require sponsorship?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No