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Director of Counseling and Psychological Services

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 18, 2024
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Closing Date:

10/17/2024 Type of Position:Management - Student Affairs

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No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department:SAWB | Student Affairs Wellbeing

Department's Website:

http://health.uark.edu Summary of Job Duties:The Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is responsible for providing overall direction, management, clinical leadership, and supervision for the University of Arkansas Counseling and Psychological Services. As a senior leader within the Division of Student Affairs - Student Well-being, which includes Medical Services, University Recreation + Wellness, and University Housing, the Director plays a crucial role in shaping and guiding mental health services.

This role is accountable for establishing the clinical vision, tools, processes, and methods necessary for departmental success, while ensuring that policies and practices align with the values and strategic goals of the department, the Division of Student Affairs, and the University of Arkansas. Although the position is administratively focused, it also involves maintaining clinical care and managing caseload expectations.

The Director is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of mental health services to students, supporting the University's goal of prioritizing student learning by promoting the psychological well-being of the student body.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master's degree from a regionally-accredited university in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, counselor education, social work or other closely related discipline

  • Current Arkansas licensure for independent practice as a counselor, social worker, psychologist, or similar mental health license, or ability to attain licensure for independent practice within six months of appointment

  • Evidence of a supervised internship or equivalent which included clinical assessment, counseling and crisis intervention, preferably with a diverse college-age population

  • At least five years of experience in an area of specialty that includes direct client mental health related care in a clinical and/or counseling setting

  • At least five years of clinical supervision experience

  • At least five years of demonstrated administrative and management experience in psychology, counseling, social work, or a closely related field

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Doctorate degree from a regionally-accredited university in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, counselor education, social work or other closely related discipline

  • Current Arkansas board approved supervision credentials - LPC-S for counselors, approval of supervisory status by the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board for social workers, or approval of supervisory status by the Arkansas Psychology Board for psychologists

  • Experience addressing the needs of a diverse student population

  • Experience providing psychological assessment services

  • Experience with a clinical training program (doctoral internship, advanced practicum training or similar) in a college or university counseling center

  • More than five years of clinical supervision experience

  • More than five years of demonstrated administrative and management experience in counseling or a closely related field

  • Proven track record in recruiting and retaining exceptional clinical staff

  • Experience in a college or university mental health setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Knowledge of mental health laws, and, to the extent applicable, Title IX and disability laws

  • Knowledge of the code of ethics for the American Psychological Association (APA), American Counseling Association (ACA), or the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the standards of the International Accreditation of Counseling Centers (IACS)

  • A clinical expert who will serve as a spokesperson and advisor both on campus and in external representations of the University of Arkansas

  • Skilled in mentoring and coaching staff effectively

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse campus constituencies, including students, faculty, staff, and families

  • Demonstrated presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with a variety of audiences including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and parents

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all client information as guided by all applicable laws and ethical codes regarding mental health service provision

  • Ability to implement data-driven decision-making, changing course as needed

  • Ability to articulate a vision and lead change management initiatives that align with national best practices in student mental health care

  • Ability to utilize technology to enhance the delivery and evaluation of programs and services

  • Ability to manage a limited clinical caseload

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$140,000 - $160,000 (commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Becky Todd
Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Well-Being
rdahl@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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