Director of Wellbeing for Clinical Care

Columbia College Chicago is an acclaimed undergraduate and graduate institution that provides a comprehensive education in the arts, communications, and public relations. We constantly aim to reach our full potential as an educational innovator, incubator of new creative practice and generator of real-world success for young creatives. We are in the heart of Chicago, across the street from historic Grant Park, and housed in some of the most iconic buildings in the South Loop.

Columbia College Chicago is a private urban institution of approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students, four-year College offering a distinctive curriculum that blends liberal arts, creative and media arts and business is currently searching for a(an) DIRECTOR OF STUDENT WELLBEING FOR CLINICAL CARE.

Under the supervision of the Dean of Students, the Director of Student Wellbeing for Clinical Care (DSW-CC) will have principal oversight of the daily clinical operations within the Center for Student Wellbeing. The position will set policy and procedure for mental health clinicians in providing acute and crisis care to students. The Director will monitor trends and identify key issues and service needs of the diverse student population. In addition, this position is responsible for the management of the college’s Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, providing training to clinicians and oversight of provider case notes and various data analytics. This position will collaborate with campus partners and stakeholders in providing consultation, training, and educational initiatives promoting student well-being. The Director will collaborate with the Director of Student Wellbeing for Strategy and Engagement in determining the operational needs and procedures of the Center for Student Wellbeing.

Flex work options are available.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Primary oversight of clinical care services, including the delivery of direct counseling, crisis intervention.

• Provide direct counseling and mental health support to students with a range of mental, behavioral, and emotional needs.

• Facilitate group counseling and therapy sessions as determined by student needs.

• Serve as the primary liaison with TimelyCare, including the monitoring of cases handled by TimelyCare clinicians, student appointment thresholds, and continuity of care.

• Supervise clinical and non-clinical Student Wellbeing staff through the development of individual and team goals, monitoring growth and progress, and completing annual performance evaluations.

• Utilize data to assess the effectiveness of current programs and services provided while also identifying areas for improvement.

• Work in partnership with the Director of Student Wellbeing – Strategic Engagement.

• Maintain an updated community referrals list in coordination with the Director of Student Wellbeing for Strategy and Engagement.

• Serve on various campus committees at the direction of the Dean of Students.

• Participate in campus events such as Orientation, Commencement, and Convocation, as needed.

• Perform other related duties and/or responsibilities, as assigned, or required.

• Master's degree in social work (MSW), counseling, psychology, or related discipline required.

• Professional licensure and/or certification in the state of IL (LCPC/LCSW) required.

• At least 5 years' of progressively increasing experience in operating a counseling service center and developing programs required.

• Experience in psychology or counseling at the college or university level preferred.

• Experience in cinical supervision, staff supervision, and knowledge of case management software preferred.

• Knowledge of principles and practices in counseling, particularly college students in a purposeful brief treatment model.

• Knowledge of administration and supervisory techniques and practices.

• Knowledge of community-based social services, mental health and student support agencies or facilities, and their functions.

• Ability to counsel students from diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee and is subject to change based on the needs of the department and/or college.

Position Minimum Annual Salary:  $82,500 annual salary

Position Maximum Annual Salary:  $99,000 annual salary

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including department budget.

At Columbia, we offer a rewarding work environment for our faculty and staff. We take pride in offering competitive benefits with affordable health, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; commuter benefit program, life, and accidental, death & dismemberment coverage; paid and unpaid leave options; work/life benefits; educational assistance programs; and retirement and financial planning benefits. Click here for more information.

We invite you to join our talented faculty and staff and become part of our collective aspiration to ensure Columbia prepares students for success in their creative fields through innovation, engagement, and real-world experiences.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Position subject to a background screening

• This is a non-union position

• This is a full-time position

• This position is overtime ineligible

Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Columbia College Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations concerning civil rights. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.