Title: Director of Counseling

Employee Classification: Director of Counseling

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Student Aff & Enrollment Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Dean of Students

Department: DAL-Dean of Students-520000

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

As a department within Student Affairs, the University of North Texas at Dallas Counseling & Wellness Center offers services to all enrolled students. The UNT Dallas Counseling & Wellness Center provides short-term individual counseling, group counseling, wellness programming, crisis intervention, and case management services. The UNT Dallas Counseling & Wellness Center offers a holistic approach to providing services to students, and is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and confirming environments for all.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Director, Counseling and Wellness Services. The University the first four-year public institution of higher education in the city seeks an individual who will help shape the character of a 21st century, teaching focused university. Candidates should be able to express enthusiastic support for the mission of the university to transform the lives of students, families and communities by providing high quality, student focused education in preparation for tomorrows careers, and its vision to create the place of choice where students are inspired to learn, faculty are inspired to teach, and the community is inspired to support. For more information about the university, go to: http://untdallas.edu/

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or become fully licensed in Texas within six months of employment, and five years of related professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of university policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
• Extensive knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
• Ability to plan and conceptualize and make sound business decisions.
• Must exercise considerable independent and professional judgment in matters of significance.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• A PhD or ADB in counseling, psychology, counseling psychology or social work with at least two years of related experience.
• Possess good oral, written and interpersonal skills Ability to relate effectively with students, colleagues, faculty, staff and administrators.
• Possess strong student service orientation.
• Ability to function effectively within the organizational and administrative structure of a university counseling center.
• Experience in a college counseling center or other relevant university setting is preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) required; Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor (LPC-S) preferred.

Job Duties:

• Oversees the day-to-day functioning of UNT Dallas Counseling and Wellness Services, including strategic planning, goal setting, budget management, performance management and staff oversight.
• Performs policy review and development related to areas of oversight to ensure that monitoring systems are in place to track compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations, providing training for all staff to comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Participates in the Student Affairs Leadership Team in advancing division initiatives.
• Forms and maintains contacts with university and community partners, serving on committees as needed.
• Conducts Licensed Professional Counselor supervision in accordance with Texas State Department of Health standards; evaluates candidate performance; performs case consultation; reviews related tapes.
• Supervises the work of assigned personnel such as Counseling/Social Work Interns, Administrative Secretary, Case Manager, Full and parttime counselors, and student workers.
• Directs staff in providing individual counseling, crisis intervention and substance abuse assessment; serves as Core Member of the CARE Team. 
• Adheres to and fosters high standards of ethical conduct, compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and appropriate financial oversight and controls.
• Observes safety, security, and confidentiality precautions appropriate to work performed.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., occasional evening and Saturday

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Proof of License

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

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.