Assistant Director, Student Mental Health (CAPS)

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University invites applications for the Assistant Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) in Durham, NC. You will lead outreach, crisis support, and clinical services for Duke students within a comprehensive mental health program.

In CAPS, you will mentor clinicians and trainees, guide program development, strengthen partnerships across campus, and ensure culturally responsive care. The role blends strategic leadership with direct clinical work and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology or related field with licensure
• Full, unrestricted professional licensure in Psychology, LCSW, LCMH, or LMFT
• Ability to obtain North Carolina licensure within required timeframes
• Eligibility to provide clinical supervision per licensure/training requirements
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in clinical assessment and treatment of college-aged populations
• A doctoral degree may substitute for two years of required experience

Responsibilities

• Lead CAPS leadership team with strategic planning, service evaluation, operations, and priorities
• Mentor, coach, and support staff engaged in outreach, crisis care, and professional development
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to trainees per licensure standards
• Oversee policy development, workflow improvements, and quality assurance initiatives
• Support hiring, onboarding, staff development, accreditation, and assessment processes
• Participate in university committees and continuing education opportunities
• Coordinate crisis services, risk management, and student support systems
• Identify process improvements and strengthen referral pathways to off-campus providers
• Lead CAPS outreach, education, prevention initiatives, and professional development
• Develop and oversee student mental health programs responsive to diverse populations
• Coordinate workshops, trainings, and wellness campaigns across campus
• Develop peer education and student ambassador programs
• Lead communications about CAPS services via digital channels and events
• Utilize metrics and feedback to improve outreach effectiveness
• Provide direct clinical services including individual, couples, group therapy, and crisis intervention
• Develop treatment plans and ensure culturally responsive care
• Maintain clinical documentation and participate in multidisciplinary coordination

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Crisis management

Clinical collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited institution

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field

Job description

Duke University invites applications for the Assistant Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) in Durham, NC. You will lead outreach, crisis support, and clinical services for Duke students within a comprehensive mental health program.

In CAPS, you will mentor clinicians and trainees, guide program development, strengthen partnerships across campus, and ensure culturally responsive care. The role blends strategic leadership with direct clinical work and collaboration with