Associate Director Counseling Center - 525354

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

39d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director of the Counseling Center assists with the oversight of direct service, training, and administrative functions necessary for the operation and maintenance of the Counseling Center through management and coordination of specified program(s) and/or area(s) of service. Provides direct counseling services to enrolled University students and supervises students in the mental health professions. The Associate Director Counseling Center provides oversight for the center's clinical training programs. The University of Alabama Counseling Center is in the process of beginning a psychology internship program. We are participating in the APPIC match process this year and plan to have our first cohort of three interns this coming fall. This position provides an opportunity to be a part of building this program and working toward APA accreditation. This position also assists with oversight and management of the Counseling Center and provides direct counseling services to enrolled University students and supervises students in the mental health professions. Works with people in distress and encounters life-threatening emergencies requiring a high degree of sophistication of thought and creativity routinely. Serves delegate for the Executive Director in their absence as needed. Adjusts work schedule during low clinical utilization periods, employing a larger percentage of their time on training activities than what is outlined, and during high clinical utilization periods, employing a larger percentage of their time on clinical duties than what is outlined. Rotates on-call throughout the year for crisis intervention services. Responsible for completing required training and promoting a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace. Responsible for holding staff accountable for completion of required training. Has personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls as outlined in UA policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology degree
• three (3) years mental health experience
• Psychologist License in the State of Alabama in good standing or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, advocacy, and mental health intervention skills
• Superior time and task management skills, including the use of departmental resources to stay up-to-date on student needs
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills (word processing and email)
• Ability to work flexible and evening hours
• Ability to work with multi-cultural populations
• Ability to effectively interact with University community members
• Ability to use sound judgment and competently manage critical incidents
• Thorough knowledge of the myriad factors behind the resolution of psychological problems
• Demonstrates commitment to supporting all students

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from an APA approved program
• three (3) years practice in a university or college clinical setting, with demonstrated increase in administrative responsibility, particularly in the area of American Psychological Association (APA) accredited Doctoral Internship Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees