Job Description Summary
Under the direction of the Director of the Student Wellness Center, the Assistant Director of Student Wellness Center/Mental Health Counselor/Clinical Supervisor and Training Coordinator (Mental Health Counselor) will provide short-term counseling to students on a variety of issues, supervise clinical interns, and assist with development of outreach programs. The Assistant Director of Student Wellness Center will work with the Student Wellness Leadership Team to develop a strategic vision for providing holistic care to students at all campus locations.
Minimum Qualifications
Completed graduate degree program in Counseling or related discipline. Minimum of four years of clinical mental health counseling experience. Current second level licensure, i.e., LCPC under the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation is required. Completion of mandatory clinical supervision trainings as required for licensure; experience providing clinical supervision preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of college student development theories and practice. Demonstrated experience providing clinical experience with a wide range of presenting issues, including assessment, managing risk and treatment of serious mental health concerns (i.e., suicide risk assessment). Must demonstrate knowledge and skill in the area of crisis intervention, trauma informed response to gender-based violence, program development, consultation, and outreach. Must present demonstrated competence with multicultural and other diverse populations. If requested to serve in a campus confidential advisory role for Title IX – must complete 40 hour training in sexual violence pertaining to role.
