Senior Assistant Director, Omaha North

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nebraska College Preparatory Academy (NCPA) seeks a self-motivated professional to provide mental health counseling, assessments, and education to NCPA high school students at Omaha North Magnet High School, as part of the wellness team.

Eligibility for PLMHP/LMHP licensure in Nebraska is required at hire. This grant-funded role may require some evening/weekend hours and could be remote depending on weekly presence in Omaha Public Schools. Collaborate with CAPS and school staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus one year of experience providing support for first-generation, low-income, and minority students.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, public speaking experience, and ability to work independently.
• Strong knowledge of personality theory, psychopathology, normal and abnormal development, and psychotherapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health counseling and assessments for NCPA students.
• Offer education and training seminars to students and staff.
• Serve as a liaison with community and educational organizations.
• Conduct college access presentations for students and families.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

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Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Senior Assistant Director, Omaha North

Department

Department Nebraska College Preparatory Academy-10850

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_240530

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 07/22/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/20/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Nebraska College Preparatory Academy ( NCPA ) seeks a self-motivated and academically prepared professional to provide mental health counseling, mental health assessments, and education to NCPA high school students at Omaha North Magnet High School. The position will be a part of NCPA’s wellness team under the supervision of the Associate Director of Wellness, and also be a professionally responsible member of an interdisciplinary Counseling and Psychological Services ( CAPS ) team, providing psychologically informed diagnostic services, treatment, consultation, and education to meet the emotional, educational, and developmental needs of NCPA students. The Senior Assistant Director will facilitate individual, group and relationship counseling and training seminars with NCPA students and NCPA staff. Additionally, the position serves as a liaison with assigned community and educational organizations. As the liaison the Senior Assistant Director will help facilitate individual and group college access presentations for students and families. Eligibility for licensure as a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner ( PLMHP )/Licensed Mental Health Practitioner ( LMHP ) in the State of Nebraska (must meet the requirements for sitting for the national exam for licensure at the time of hire) at time of hire. This is a grant-funded position, and some evening and weekend hours are required. The position may be remote due to the need to be in Omaha Public Schools weekly. Determinations on official position location will occur with the supervisor and employee.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Master’s degree plus one (1) year of experience providing support for first-generation, low-income, and minority students. Professional work and educational history will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, public speaking experience, and ability to work independently. Considerable knowledge of personality theory, psychopathology, normal and abnormal development, techniques of psychotherapy, and factors relating to individual and social development and psychopathology. A strong demonstrated ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with students. Sensitivity, knowledge, and effectiveness in working with diverse student populations, including ethnic minorities, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender students, international students, and other under-represented groups. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with ethnic and culturally diverse groups of students, families, and educators at multiple levels including but not limited to parents, community and school leaders, and alumni. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision necessary.

Must have the ability to consult and present educational programs related to educational, developmental, and mental health issues. Must be eligible to obtain licensure as a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner ( PLMHP )/Licensed Mental Health Practitioner ( LMHP ) in the State of Nebraska.

Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidates will be knowledgeable in the Omaha North community.

Event planning experience and supervision experience preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Omaha, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes

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