Mental Health Internship Director

Chaminade University Of Honolulu•Honolulu, HI

6h•$52,000 - $56,000•Onsite

About The Position

The individual in this position is responsible for the administration, development, and coordination of Mental Health (community-based) student practicum and internship clinical site placements for the School of Applied Psychology. Additional duties include supporting program evaluation & assessment, conducting program interviews, and advising. This is a standard 12-month appointment.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling or related field.
Must possess high integrity and ethical standards
Must have the ability to create and facilitate a meaningful learning environment
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Advanced skills in the use of computer software applications (i.e., Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe)
Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to interpret data and prepare reports
Knowledge and experience in using common office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers
Must have a valid driver’s license with the Gold Star for travel
Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills.
Must have finger dexterity.
Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.
An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.
Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.

Nice To Haves

Mental Health or Professional Counselor license.

Responsibilities

Administer, develop, and coordinate mental health (community-based) student practicum and internship clinical site placements for the School of Applied Psychology
Conduct site visits that will require travel (e.g., by car and by plane)
Establish and maintain relationships with community-based clinical placement sites
Monitor and evaluate student progress and performance across practicum and internship placements
Ensure compliance with program, accreditation, and licensure requirements related to fieldwork experiences
Maintain accurate records of site agreements, student placements, and supervision documentation
Support program evaluation & assessment
Conduct program interviews
Provide advising to program students
Serve as the primary liaison between the School of Applied Psychology, students, and clinical site supervisors
Support program evaluation and assessment initiatives
Conduct program interviews for prospective students
Provide academic and professional advising to students
Collaborate with the Director of the School of Applied Psychology and other faculty on program development
Attend meetings and provide service as required for the School, College, and University committees as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Education and Human Development, and the Director of the School of Applied Psychology