Associate Director/Training Director, Counseling Services

Berklee College of Music • Boston, MA

90d • $95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Berklee is seeking an experienced and compassionate mental health professional to join our Health and Wellness team as Associate Director/Training Director of Counseling Services. This position plays a vital leadership role in supporting the emotional well-being and creative potential of our diverse, artistically driven student community. Reporting to the Director of Counseling & Advocacy Services, the Associate Director provides clinical and administrative leadership, supervises professional and trainee staff, and ensures that students receive timely, culturally responsive, and high-quality mental health care. This is a collaborative, hands-on role for a clinician who thrives in a dynamic environment that values creativity, innovation, and student-centered care.

Requirements

• Experience in higher education or college counseling is strongly preferred.
• LICSW (strongly preferred), PhD/PsyD psychologist, LMFT or LMHC with current licensure in Massachusetts or upon hire.
• 3–5 years of experience providing clinical supervision to trainees or staff in a mental health setting.
• Strong crisis intervention and diagnostic skills, particularly with college-aged populations.
• Demonstrated multicultural excellence in working with students of color, first-generation, LGBTQ+, and international students.
• Leadership experience and the ability to build collaborative partnerships across a campus community.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records, mental health platforms, and Boston-area care networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision to staff and trainees, ensuring excellence in care and alignment with ethical and professional standards.
• Lead triage and crisis response services, coordinating care with hospitals, community providers, and internal teams.
• Support the Director in managing counseling operations, data reporting, budget preparation, and quality assurance.
• Partner with campus stakeholders to promote mental health awareness and prevention through workshops, consultation, and outreach.
• Serve as a member of the CARES and behavioral intervention teams to respond to acute student needs.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff and interns, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Support the integration of technology and data systems to enhance service delivery and access.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous time-off policies
• Tuition benefits for employees and their families
• Retirement planning resources
• Wellness programs and family support
• Opportunities to attend concerts, performances, and creative programming on campus

What This Job Offers

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