Director of Counseling Services

Director of Counseling Services

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has an opening in the Student Affairs Department for a Director of Counseling Services. We have been ranked No. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Guide for the last 26 consecutive years.

As our Director of Counseling Services, you will maintain a minimal caseload of direct clinical walk-in/triage appointments; provide consultation to students, faculty, and clinical staff as needed; assist with crisis intervention, student referrals to off-campus facilities for counseling and testing, and facilitation of hospital admissions for high-risk students as needed; maintain confidential student electronic medical records; monitor outreach programming and assists with pre-orientation and orientation outreach events in preparation for new students and families and other mental health-focused outreach events.

The Director of Counseling Services will promote the Student Counseling Center to the broader Institute community through active participation in campus initiatives and committees that promote mental wellness collaboration; develop annual counseling brochure to be distributed to all students, staff, and faculty to promote mental health services; serve in a consultative role as a mental health professional for student affairs team and the behavioral intervention team.

The Director of Counseling Services will carry out administrative supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the institute’s policies and applicable laws; provide daily verbal and written communication to the unit and department staff; ensure the flow of consistent information between administrative and departmental staff; administratively supervise, lead, and provide technical mentorship for team members; develop, plan, implement, and administer organizational goals and objectives.

The Director of Counseling Services will serve as a member of the Student Affairs Management team and assist with setting strategic priorities and direction for the department of Student Counseling Services; help ensure departmental goals align with Institute priorities and participate in the budgeting process by identifying project needs and priorities; serve on various groups and committees and represent the vice president and department at various meetings/functions as needed.

Additionally, the Director will develop, prepare, forecast, and oversee the department budget for the operation of Student Counseling Services; manage budgets to ensure revenue goals are met and control expenses within guidelines; watch and ensure that all risks are assessed and addressed appropriately.

Qualified candidates will hold a master’s degree in clinical, counseling or school psychology and five to seven years of counseling experience. Must have a current license to practice in the State of Indiana. Advanced analytical, project/process management and computer skills are essential. The ability to read, analyze, and interpret mental health data, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental relations is necessary. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public are essential. The ability to work flexible hours, which include weekends as needed, is required.

Preferred candidates will have a doctoral degree in clinical, counseling, or school psychology. Professional counseling experience working with college students in a campus environment is highly desired. Professional experience as an administrator in a mental health setting and a clinical supervisor along with a strong understanding of mental health care in higher education and familiarity with diagnoses that commonly affect college students is strongly preferred. Preferred skills include training, supervision, counseling, assessment, and campus-wide outreach services. Knowledge of student development issues relating to college students is desired.

At Rose-Hulman, your successes are celebrated in a welcoming, supportive, and flexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including a variety of health benefit options; voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources; participation in Tuition Exchange; a generous and flexible paid leave program and dedicated time for professional development. As a Rose-Hulman employee, you will also enjoy access to full-service fitness facilities and programming; a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions; and access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment. All employees experience opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact as well as receiving continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) focused institution, whose students’ education and success are the nucleus of everything we strive for. We support and recognize excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and intellectual growth of our students, faculty, and staff. Our campus culture is student-focused, welcoming, and inclusive. Here, we believe that every employee has a role to play in the mission of the institute: to provide our students with the world's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support.

Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located within driving distance of seven major cities, Terre Haute is a vibrant community with a revitalized downtown, museums, parks, four higher ed institutions, a rich historical past, and dynamic food, music, and arts scene.

Salary range is $68,000 – $85,000. Salary is competitive. A higher salary may be negotiated based on experience and qualifications.

Applications: Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website, jobs.rose-hulman.edu, will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources via email, HRApply@rose-hulman.edu, for questions.

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.

EEO/AA
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is the Institute’s policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission on the basis of religion, sex, pregnancy, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.