Assistant Director, Student Counseling Services

Mississippi State University Agricultural Economics • Mississippi State, MS

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Student Counseling Services at Mississippi State University plays a crucial role in overseeing counseling services for students. This full-time position involves administrative leadership, supervision of clinical staff, and collaboration with various campus departments. The Assistant Director will also manage the Embedded Program and provide leadership in the absence of the Director, ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services to the student population.

Requirements

• Master's degree with a focus in Clinical Mental Health, Counseling/Psychology, or a related field.
• Five years of experience in supervising employees and coordinating and/or providing counseling and psychological services.
• Knowledge of counseling practices, Title IX, FERPA regulations, code of ethics, and Federal and State laws related to mental health counseling.
• Licensed in the appropriate discipline: LPC, Licensed Psychologist, or LCSW, with a specialty area in clinical mental health counseling.

Nice To Haves

• Recent college or university counseling center or community mental health staff experience.
• Minimum of two years of post-licensed clinical supervision experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, campus departments, and student groups.
• Experience with IACS accreditation standards.
• Focus in mental health administration, clinical supervision, outreach, or training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in an administrative leadership role for Student Counseling Services, including supervising clinical staff, graduate assistants, practicum/internship students, and professional staff.
• Assist with the development and implementation of departmental policy, procedures, and strategic planning to ensure best clinical practices.
• Oversee the Embedded Program and provide direct supervision for the Behavioral Health Navigators.
• Coordinate onboarding and provide training for new professional and clinical staff, and graduate assistants.
• Initiate, develop, and maintain relationships with University organizations and local mental health care resources.
• Maintain a light client caseload as agreed upon with the Director.
• Provide rotating administrator-on-duty response for urgent care and after-hours crisis calls when needed.
• Assume the roles/responsibilities in the absence of the Director.
• Perform some night and weekend work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree