POSITION DESCRIPTION

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• Full Time

The Associate Director for Training ensures that University Counseling Center’s doctoral psychology and masters-level counseling training programs are comprehensive and align with best practices for professional training and development. Reporting to the Director, and as a member of the leadership team, this position works collaboratively providing administrative oversight, staff development, supervision, and policy implementation. The Associate Director also provides direct clinical care, crisis intervention, and staff consultation.

Doctoral Training Program Director

• Responsible for the administration and oversight of the APA accredited Health Service Psychology doctoral internship training program including recruitment, selection, onboarding, program policies and procedures, and evaluation of progress for three interns annually.
• Plan and schedule all training activities, including supervisor assignments, seminars, exposure areas, and clinical supervision as needed.
• Maintain documentation required for APA accreditation, including a detailed program self-study, and attend the annual ACCTA conference.

Leadership Team Collaboration and Management

• Assist with oversight of operations to ensure high-quality mental health services.
• Contribute to policy development, strategic planning, resource allocation, staff development, and budget management.
• Serve as a resource for clinicians for crisis intervention and clinical consultation.

Clinical Services and Crisis Intervention

• Manage a clinical caseload of students presenting with a broad range of psychological concerns and diagnoses.
• Provide triage assessments during drop-in and short-term evidence based, individual and group counseling.
• Manage crisis situations, conduct risk assessments, and facilitate hospitalizations as needed.
• Provide after-hours emergency coverage for 3 - 4 weeks per calendar year.

Outreach, Consultation, and Professional Development

• Collaborate with campus partners to design psychoeducational programming for students and the campus on mental health topics.
• Maintain professional licensure and engage in ongoing professional development in college student mental health.
• Participates as an integral member of the Division of Student Affairs and Student Health and Wellness team and provides consultation to members of the University community related to student mental health and well-being.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME

About the University of Notre Dame

Notre Dame is one of America’s leading undergraduate teaching institutions, and is at the forefront in research and scholarship. The University has a tradition and is committed to educating our students holistically, endeavoring to develop a sense of community and responsibility that prepares students to make positive change in the world. The University is also committed to engaging and serving the local South Bend community. At Notre Dame, staff are provided with an environment where they are both challenged and supported.

About the Division of Student Affairs

Guided by the University’s Catholic, Holy Cross mission, the Division of Student Affairs promotes the holistic education of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students so that all may flourish at the University of Notre Dame and beyond. Through our shared work, services, and partnerships, we seek to honor individual experiences and foster a sense of belonging; deepen engagement in faith; and cultivate meaningful relationships that empower students and enable them to develop in mind, body, and spirit. We aspire to serve as trusted resources for students, helping connect them with information regarding residential life, extracurricular interests, and discovering—and planning for—their future. Prospective staff are encouraged to review our Strategic Plan (https://studentaffairs.nd.edu/about/strategic-plan/) and watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlO3KURm-00) to learn more. 

For more information about the University Counseling Center please visit our website:  https://ucc.nd.edu/

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with experience, up to $105,000

APPLICATION MATERIALS

Curriculum Vita and Cover Letter