Associate Director, Campus Counseling & Wellness

Montclair State University; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 123,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job description

Overview

Reporting directly to the Director of Counseling and Psychological Services, the Associate Director assists in the management of on‑site counseling services emphasizing wellness and preventive mental health care for students, directly supervises a team of five staff clinicians, provides direct clinical service, oversees alcohol and other drug services offered by the department, and acts with the authority of the director in her absence. The Associate Director develops and implements policies to assure timely and quality care in compliance with federal and state laws, national standards of care and professional legal/ethical guidelines. This position interprets relevant laws and directives (HIPAA, FERPA, Jeanne Clery Act, Title IX) and applies interpretation to case‑management practices.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of mental health services and educational outreach programs that foster the safety and well‑being of the campus community for a team of five staff clinicians.
• Develop and monitor yearly unit goals and objectives.
• Lead in the evaluation and assessment of service provision and programs for the unit and develop new programs to improve and expand services to respond to current and future needs of the University community.
• Provide direct supervision and management of a cohort of the counseling center staff. Recruit, hire, train, schedule/assign, evaluate and recommend reappointments, and oversee promotions and disciplinary actions for assigned department staff. Ensure compliance with continuing education requirements, and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Oversee the implementation of counseling center policies and staff performance standards as well as updating the department’s Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Oversee the provision of routine and emergency individual psychological consultation, assessment, brief psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and appropriate referrals by assigned staff. Supervises the assessment and diagnoses of specific psychological conditions and disorders by assigned staff and contracted service providers. Administratively oversees alcohol and other drug use services and carries an active caseload.
• Manage the implementation of emergency management procedures for responding to mental health and other emergencies at the University.
• Coordinate care and/or provide trauma debriefing services in the aftermath of campus emergencies.
• Maintain professional relationships with mental health agencies and clinicians in the community to establish an off‑campus referral base for students, faculty, and staff requiring specialized or long‑term treatment.
• Supervise the performance of emergency procedures for the immediate management of mental health emergencies, both in the office during regular business hours and on a rotating on‑call basis after normal business hours.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to change or add job duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

• Master's in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology or a relevant field.
• Minimum four years of full‑time professional work experience in a university counseling center or related setting.
• Current valid license as a psychologist, social worker or counselor in the State of New Jersey.
• LCSW or LPC with commensurate experience.
• Ability to work as needed on an on‑call basis after normal business hours.
• Demonstrated competence in time‑limited individual and group counseling with diverse populations.
• Proven ability and commitment to successfully working with diverse and underrepresented groups.
• Well‑developed knowledge base and ability to assess/intervene with developmental concerns, especially those of young adults.
• Strong ability to build collegial relationships within the University and surrounding community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Psy.D/Ph.D. in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology.
• Supervisory experience.

Salary Range

$123,000.00–$133,000.00 Annually. The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Department

Counseling and Psychological Services

Position Type

Administrative

Contact Information

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email [e-mail].

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/