What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Clinical Operations for Counseling and Psychological Services position at Oberlin?
The Associate Director of Clinical Operations is responsible for the clinical administration and daily operations of Counseling and Psychological Services(CAPS) at Oberlin College and Conservatory. This position assists in the daily function and operations of the Counseling and Psychological Services, including clinical, outreach, and office functions. Under the supervision of the Director, the Associate Director assists in the coordination of overall operation and clinical management of Counseling and Psychological Services in accordance with mission, best practice standards, and ethical and legal requirements. The incumbent provides individual client and crisis/liaison services, including regular intervention with emergency and highly acute client situations, and provides a welcoming, student-centered, supportive atmosphere for students in need of personal support.
The Associate Director of Clinical Operations of CAPS at Oberlin College and Conservatory is a full-time, 12-month Administrative and Professional Staff reporting to the Director of Counseling and Psychological Services.
Responsibilities
The Associate Director:
- Assists the Director in planning, administration, management, and evaluation of the Counseling and Psychological Services team, services, and operations.
- Oversees the management of Titanium for users and for data management (manages user settings; collaborates with CIT and Titanium to develop and
manage services such as E-Prescribing, online scheduling, and appointment
reminders) - Oversees the creation and updating of forms for students and client
documentation - Provides ongoing supervision to front office staff
- Provides clinical supervision to unlicensed/licensed staff
- Serves as a consultant to faculty, staff, students, and parents
- Supports emergency services for CAPS during working hours and as a member
of the on-call team. - Assists the Director with the development of policies and procedures in
adherence to accreditation standards, policies, and local, state, and federal
regulations and licensing requirements - Assists in establishing departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures,
assessment practices, and strategic plans for services - Supports collaboration with campus partners in creating the response to
students’ mental health concerns in relation to both crisis situations and
wellness/prevention. - Supports the Director in coordination, consultation, and guidance for crisis/liaison
services, including intervention and post-intervention services for emergencies
and highly acute critical incidents - Maintains an appropriate clinical caseload
- Performs all other related duties as assigned
Essential Job Functions
Marginal Job Functions
Required Qualifications
- A master’s degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy
- Supervised training and at least three years of experience in a college or
university counseling center - Experience providing clinical and administrative supervision
- Experience implementing clinical and programmatic models and outcomes
- Licensure as an independent mental health provider or ability to obtain licensure
in the state of Ohio within 12 months of hire; applicants who hold a license in
another state and who have eligibility for licensure in Ohio will also meet this
requirement. - Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information obtained during
care/treatment, in accordance with professional standards,HIPAA, FERPA, and state regulations - Ability to flexibly manage the professional demands of a challenging caseload
while maintaining positive and healthy perspectives and relationships - Demonstrated ability to model cultural competence, and experience working with
students from underrepresented and marginalized backgrounds, including
students of color and first-generation, low-income, LGBTQ , and internationalstudents.
Desired Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work is strongly preferred
- At least five years of college counseling experience and an APA-accredited
internship - Data analysis and assessment skills
- A collaborative spirit of warmth, acceptance, respect, and trust towards
colleagues - A self-motivated, self-directed commitment to high professional ideals
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- A sense of humor is helpful and appreciated
Compensation
Commensurate with Experience
Special Instructions to Applicants
Oberlin College is referring interested candidates to the following agency link:
Keeling & Associates is conducting this search.
A completed application will consist of a cover letter, resume, and list of references.
Oberlin College is committed to the creation and nurturing of a diverse community of individuals through inclusive excellence. Diversity involves recognizing the value of differences and the inclusion of all members of the community, including those who experience discrimination or under-representation. This is a core value of the organization as we strive for a culturally diverse student body, faculty, and staff that reflect the multicultural nature of the nation and our world and bring unique strengths and abilities that contribute to our institution. Oberlin College and Conservatory is an equal-opportunity employer.
Keeling & Associates is conducting this search.
A completed application will consist of a cover letter, resume, and list of references.
Oberlin College is committed to the creation and nurturing of a diverse community of individuals through inclusive excellence. Diversity involves recognizing the value of differences and the inclusion of all members of the community, including those who experience discrimination or under-representation. This is a core value of the organization as we strive for a culturally diverse student body, faculty, and staff that reflect the multicultural nature of the nation and our world and bring unique strengths and abilities that contribute to our institution. Oberlin College and Conservatory is an equal-opportunity employer.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References
