Director, University Counseling Service

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field, or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, clinical psychology, behavioral psychology, industrial organizational psychology, or related field.
• Comprehensive post-degree experience (typically 7 years or more) that includes progressive administrative responsibility (supervision, training, evaluation, program assessment, and financial management) in a mental health role or mental health environment.
• Experience (typically 5 years or more) effectively supervising mental health professionals.
• Appropriate independent licensure in the state of Iowa, or ability to apply for independent licensure in Iowa immediately.
• Demonstrated active commitment to promoting a diverse environment that prioritizes inclusion and equity.
• Knowledge of, and ability to manage behavioral health departmental operations, including monitoring the development, interpretation, and application of behavioral health services and programs, as well as operational policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in computer software applications, including Microsoft Office suite, Zoom, and other relevant technology resources.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in data-driven decision-making and preparing data reports.
• Expert knowledge of and experience in training and development processes, tools, and techniques to develop clinical skills of students and staff.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and respond quickly and effectively to challenges.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal communication skills, and relationship-building skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in a college or university mental health environment.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge related to Iowa laws relevant to mental health.
• Demonstrated experience participating in and supporting staff in professional organizations relevant to their discipline and the realm of mental health broadly.
• Established record of professional productivity beyond clinical service appropriate for adjunct faculty appointment, or desire to establish such a record.

Application Details:

• In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.  Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact melanie-bell@uiowa.edu.