Director of Clinical Counseling Services at University of North Texas in Denton, Texas

Job Description:

Title: Director of Clinical Counseling Services

Employee Classification: Dir Clinical Counseling Svcs

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-AVP Health and Wellness

Department: UNT-Counseling & Testing-160730

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $95,000 - $105,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

Counseling & Testing Services consists of two inter-related parts: The Counseling Center and Testing Services. We exist to serve the students and community of UNT in support of the mission of the University. Through our Counseling Center cervices, we strive to support the academic success and general well-being of UNT students through professional counseling, career counseling, consultation, mental-health screenings, educational programs and self-help resources as well as referral services. We offer to consult with Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff who may be concerned about a UNT student (while still respecting the confidentiality of our clients). With client permission, we often work closely with physicians and psychiatrists, the Career Center, Office of Disability Accommodations, and many other helpful resources in order to provide the best overall care. Our Testing Services provides a wide range of services including traditional admissions testing, computer-based testing, career testing, and many other tests.

Position Overview

Under general supervision of the Executive Director of Counseling and Testing Services, the Clinical Director maintains oversite of the clinical program and clinical policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in mental health related fieldLicensed Psychologist, Professional Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapist 2 years' of supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of professional counseling practices, policies, and procedures Strong oral and written communications skills Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Experience with Stepped Care or other innovative treatment delivery models. Experience in short-term/brief therapy

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. If fully licensed in another state, you must be able to obtain licensure in the state of Texas within 6 months of employment.

Job Duties:

• Collaborates with the Executive Director to provide oversight of overall clinical programming


• Oversees stepped care model and utilization of model


• Remains current on trends in clinical services


• Provides input on policy development for the center


• Monitors utilization and accessibility and updates schedules as needed.


• Monitors clinical documentation and ensures documentation is following ethical and legal standards.


• Revises and develops documentation forms as needed


• Provides training to staff on clinical documentation as needed


• Supervises crisis and case management programs.


• Oversees Protocall reports and reviews Protocall assessments for followup


• Provides general and crisis consultation to staff and trainees


• Rotates after-hours on-call along with other members of CTS leadership team


• Provides direct supervision to 45 staff and 12 trainees aware of and utilizes personal strengths and strengths of their team


• Serves as liaison to Protocall, Student Health and Wellness Center and UNT Police.


• Leads staff clinical case conference - ()


• Professionalism Promptness to scheduled meetings and obligations Maintains proper dress and appearance Consistent courtesy and good interpersonal relationships with all staff and UNT community Willingness to volunteer assistance when needed Keeps Executive Director informed of needed absences or changes in schedule.


• Maintains appropriate professional license


• Maintains membership and participation in professional organizations.


• Provides individual and group counseling as assigned


• Presentationso Presents at parent and student orientations


• Presents on areas of expertise for campus community


• Assigned additional tasks as determined by the Executive Director


• Assumes primary leadership role in the absence of the Executive Director

Work Schedule:

8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

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