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July 2026
Tue, May 12th, '26
Kean Wellness Center
Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Kean Wellness Center, the Director of Counseling and Alcohol and Other Drug Services (Director 2) is a full-time, twelve-month managerial position responsible for the management, development and implementation of a comprehensive counseling program for the educational, personal and psychological support of students at Kean’s multiple campus locations. The Director assists in the development of policy affecting the mental health environment of the University; oversees the delivery of clinical services and also supervises the Alcohol and Other Drug Services program; collaborates with other offices in the Wellness Center and other University departments to provide an integrated educational support and outreach service to students across all campuses; and does related work as required.
This position requires a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. Travel is also required, including travel to Kean’s New Jersey campus locations. This position assists the Executive Director with response to emergency situations and serves in a lead role on the university-wide trauma response team.
About Kean University
Kean University in Union, New Jersey has grown into a comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving a diverse enrollment of nearly 19,0000 students worldwide. Kean creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research and impactful public engagement.
Kean, a proud R2 Research University, continues its legacy as a top producer of teachers in New Jersey and is a growing educational hub in the fields of business, health care and technology. Its six colleges – the College of Business and Public Management; the College of Education; the College of Liberal Arts; the Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics and Technology; Michael Graves College; and the College of Health Professions and Human Services - offer more than 50 undergraduate programs and more than 70 options for graduate study, leading to master’s degrees, doctoral degrees, professional diplomas or certifications.
The University is also a higher education innovator within the State of New Jersey, partnering with Ocean County College, in Toms River, New Jersey and Brookdale Community College, in Lincroft, New Jersey, to provide access for students to earn a bachelor’s degree from Kean. The Kean Skylands campus, located in Jefferson Township, New Jersey, is designed to serve as an outdoor living laboratory for field-based scientific study and other classroom and field instruction.
In October 2025, Kean University and New Jersey City University (NJCU) signed a definitive agreement advancing a merger between the two state universities. The merger will position Kean as a statewide anchor institution and strengthens our ability to serve New Jersey’s diverse student population and uplift communities through education. The merger is currently progressing through the appropriate levels of approval, with a goal to complete this process by July 1, 2026.
Qualifications: Doctorate degree in a related discipline; current New Jersey State licensure as a licensed psychologist, licensed professional counselor or licensed clinical social worker; and a minimum of two years of post-licensure experience in a college or university counseling center or related field is required.
Five years of clinical supervision; demonstrated organizational and administrative responsibilities; and experience providing mental health prevention to a diverse population is preferred. Candidates with a Doctorate degree in a related discipline, New Jersey State licensure in a related profession and two years of post-licensure experience as listed above may also be considered as determined by the University. Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to use and integrate technology into the counseling experience.
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is: $125,000 to $140,000. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
Please apply directly to this link on our Workday Career site ; https://kean.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/Kean/job/Union-New-Jersey/Director-of-Counseling-and-Alcohol-and-Other-Drug-Services--Kean-Counseling-Center_R4108
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