Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor Director

pThe establishment of the Mississippi State University-Meridian (MSU-M) strongMental and Behavioral Health Clinic / strongaims to enhance the availability of mental and behavioral healthcare providers and services in the surrounding area. The clinic is designed to be a training site for current MSU students and provide community services.br / br / The strongClinical Professor amp; Director / strong in Counseling or Psychology serves as the primary representative and clinic director for mental and behavioral health services in the Division of Education at the MSU-Meridian campus. Responsibilities include overseeing the delivery of services to the city of Meridian and neighboring counties, encompassing individual and group therapy, prevention and educational programs and workshops, and crisis management. Additionally, the Clinical Professor amp; Director is tasked with hiring and supervising clinical and support staff (in conjunction with the Division Head of Education), fostering collaboration and consultation with MSU-Meridian faculty and staff, seeking additional funding and external support, and providing direct clinical services and teaching as needed. / p

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pstrongEssential Duties and Responsibilities : / strong / p

listrongOversight / strong of Mental and Behavioral Health Clinic : Direct supervision of staff, managingbr / budgetary concerns, and handling administrative functions within the clinic. / li

listrongVision and Strategic Planning / strong : Develop a forward-thinking vision and strategic plan for thebr / clinic to align with the mission of the Division of Education and MSU-Meridian, ensuringbr / continuous advancement. / li

listrongStaff Management / strong : Recruit, hire, supervise, and provide support for professionalbr / development opportunities for clinic staff. / li

listrongCommunity Consultation / strong : Offer consultation services on mental and behavioral healthbr / matters to both campus and community members, particularly focusing on the diverse needs of the population. Provide leadership in addressing community concerns through proactive prevention and education initiatives, emphasizing developmental and mental health awareness, and harm-reduction strategies. / li

listrongProtocol Development / strong : Develop and implement clinic protocols and procedures consistentbr / with current national and regional best practices for counseling clinics. / li

listrongEmergency Response / strong strongCoordination / strong : Coordinate emergency and crisis responsebr / procedures within the center, including refer all to community resources as needed.br / Participate in university and community behavioral intervention and threat assessmentbr / activities. / li

listrongCollaborative Strategies / strong : Collaborate with colleagues to devise strategies aimed atbr / enhancing patient strengths, promoting healthy development, and addressing psychologicalbr / and behavioral concerns through prevention and intervention efforts. / li

listrongAccreditation Support / strong : Support the accreditation process of the MSU-Meridian Mental and Behavioral Health Clinic by the American Psychological Association (APA), prioritizing the highest standards of clinical and professional practice. Ensure the provision of high-quality training and supervision to counseling and psychology students. / li

listrongFlexibility in Schedule / strong : Occasionally required to work nights and weekends tobr / accommodate the clinic's needs and its clientele. / li

liPerform other administrative, teaching, and clinical duties as assigned. / li

ul pstrongMinimum Qualifications : / strong / p

liAdministrative Proficiency : Demonstrated leadership in administrative roles for at least three years, encompassing supervision, fiscal management, and strategic planning responsibilities. Preferably held positions such as Director, Associate Director, or Assistant Director within a mental and behavioral health setting. / li

liDoctorate Degree / li

liLicensure as a Counselor or Psychologist. Must be licensed in the State of Mississippi (or able to obtain license within three months of employment), maintaining license continuously for the duration of employment. / li

pstrongPreferred Qualifications : / strong / p

liClinical Experience : Possess a minimum of 4 years of clinical experience post-licensure. / li

liCrisis Management Expertise : Proven record of accomplishment in crisis management with comprehensive knowledge of Behavioral Intervention Teams and Crisis Action Teams. / li

liProfessional Affiliations : Affiliation with both state and national professional organizations in the field. / li

liGrant Writing : Experience with grant writing and securing external funding. / li

liTelemental Health : Experience with supervising and / or providing telemental health services. / li

pstrongKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities : / strong / p

liTechnological Proficiency : Mastery in utilizing technology to facilitate clinic operationsbr / effectively. / li

liEffective Communication Skills : Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbalbr / communication abilities. / li

liConsultation and Collaboration : Capable of consulting and collaborating seamlessly withbr / both university personnel and external mental health and psychiatric services. / li

liExperience with Diverse Populations : Possesses extensive experience and training inbr / successfully working with culturally and ethnically diverse populations. / li

liProfessional Interaction : Exhibits the ability to engage professionally and effectively withbr / students, faculty, staff, and administrators. / li

liClinical Practice : Knowledge of clinical practice including assessment, treatment planning,br / therapy notes, supervisory and clinical theories, ethics, laws, and billing practices. / li

liEthical Adherence : Knowledgeable about and strictly adheres to professional legal, ethical,br / and standards endorsed by licensing professional organizations. / li

liCommunity-Oriented with Wellness Focus : Oriented towards the community andbr / demonstrates a strong emphasis on promoting wellness within individuals and communities. / li

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