Associate Director of Operations and Administration, Center for Counseling and Consultation

St. John's established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University's outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John's University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John's is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Title: Associate Director for Operations and Administration, Center for Counseling and Consultation

Department: Center for Counseling and Consultation (CCC), Queen Campus

Summary: Under the direction of the Director of the Center for Counseling and Consultation (CCC), the Associate Director of Operations and Administration will assist the CCC Director in implementing strategic initiatives and the day-to-day operations of the CCC. The primary responsibilities of this role include:

• Scheduling staff and ensuring proper staffing levels for the CCC.
• Implementation of campus-wide mental health screening initiatives (e.g., Interactive Screening program, mental health screening programs.)
• Oversight and coordination of the St. John's Helpline.
• Coordination of care with satellite offices across campus
• Management of external partners and vendors.
• Coordination with referral resources.
• Management of front desk and clinical intake procedures.
• Assist the CCC Director with budgeting and reports.
• Supervise Graduate Assistants.

In collaboration with the Director and Associate Director of Clinical Services, The Associate Director of Operations and Administration will be responsible for updating the CCCs policy and procedures manual. In addition, this individual will oversee the University's Health-Related Leave process. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.

General duties include providing brief individual, and group psychotherapy; after-hours on-call coverage; assessment and evaluation; treatment planning; crisis intervention and management; psychological consultation to families, faculty, and staff; educational/preventative outreach to students, faculty, and staff; involvement with clinical supervision; and perform other duties as assigned. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate, Licensed Psychologist (must obtain a license in the State of New York within six (6) months of the date of hire).
• Degree must be in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (Doctor of Psychology).
• Experience: 5 to 10 years preferred
• Prior administrative experience in a clinical setting; preferably in Higher Education.
• Strong clinical background in crisis intervention and multicultural counseling skills and experience working with diverse populations.
• Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills, particularly using short-term treatment models.
• Experience in providing training and supervision to clinical fellows.
• Experience in providing group counseling.
• Experience in the use of electronic health records software.

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day clinical operations of the CCC, including: (1) Scheduling staff and ensuring proper staffing levels for the CCC (2) Implementation of campus-wide mental health screening initiatives, (3) Oversight and coordination of the St. John's Helpline, (4) Coordination of care with satellite offices (5) Management of external partners and vendors, (6) Management of front desk and clinical intake procedures)
• Provides culturally informed direct clinical services to students including individual and group psychotherapy, assessment, and triage, and crisis intervention. Maintain clinical records according to professional legal and ethical standards.
• The implementation of the University Health-Related Leave policy requires reviewing of applications, gathering of the necessary documentation, follow-up with students and/or treatment providers for students requesting for Health-Related Leave and return from Health-Related Leave.
• Provides consultation, outreach programming, and committee work. Maintains collaborative relationships with members of the university community. Offers outreach programs including training and workshops and serves on designated committees.
• Due to the nature of the position, extra work and flexible hours including evenings and weekends may be needed during campus or department emergencies.
• Maintain psychologist licensure in the State of New York.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

All persons hired are required to be vaccinated and boosted against the COVID-19 virus, subject to the reasonable accommodation provisions of applicable law.

This position may be relocated to any of St. John's University's physical locations at any time

St. John's offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John's performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events.

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John's University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John's University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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