Director of Counseling and Consultation Services a

at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Information

Working Position Title
 Director of Counseling and Consultation Services and Chief Mental Health Officer (4138)
Classification
 Director
Position Number
 00004138
Open Date
 03/29/2024
Close Date
Priority Review Date
 04/26/2024
Employee Class
 Staff
Full-Time/Part Time
 Full-Time
FTE
 1.00
Position Status
 Regular
FLSA
 Exempt
Job code
 1330SPS03
Union Representation
 Non-Union
Union Code 
 N/A
Unit/Department
 Counseling & Consultation Serv
College/Unit
 Stud Affairs Dean of Students
Division
 Student Affairs
Location
 CL 200
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
 https://www.niu.edu/counseling/index.shtml
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview
CCS is part of the Division of Student Affairs and contributes to the mission to support the academic and personal success of NIU students as we promote their welfare and persistence through the college experience in preparation for their lives after graduation. Staff in the Division of Student Affairs are committed to serving students as we follow core values of student-centered service, collaborative partnerships focused on student success, inclusive communities striving for equity and social justice, professional growth and competency development, and ethical and efficient stewardship of resources.

CCS is accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services (IACS) and we offer an APA-accredited doctoral internship program with three internship positions (on accredited inactive status for the 2024-2025 Academic Year). We also offer a practicum training program for 3-5 students each year. CCS staff embrace all aspects of diversity and promote awareness, sensitivity, cultural competence, and advocacy across all services as well as in our work with campus and community partners. CCS is a collaborative and team-oriented work environment that values self-care, work/life balance, and having fun while doing this important and challenging work.

About NIU
Northern Illinois University is located in DeKalb, IL, 65 miles west of Chicago and 30-40 miles from many west suburban communities. With a current enrollment of more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, the mission of NIU is to empower students through educational excellence and experiential learning as we pursue knowledge, share our research and artistry, and engage communities for the benefit of the region, state, nation, and world. Nearly 60% of undergraduate students in fall 2023 identified as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC), and 52% identified as first-generation students. CCS clients reflect this diversity and the percentages above closely match the percentages of clients seen for mental health support.
Position Summary
The Director of Counseling and Consultation Services and Chief Mental Health Officer is responsible for the design, implementation, strategic planning, vision, and evaluation of a comprehensive counseling and consultation program for the campus community. The Director represents the department and the mental health needs of students to the NIU community, establishes departmental goals and objectives, supervises, and evaluates departmental staff, and has fiscal responsibility for the department.

The Director must be able to exercise excellent judgment and have the ability to analyze complex scenarios when dealing with multifaceted mental health and emergency situations. Counseling and Consultation Services also hosts an APA-accredited internship program (on accredited, inactive status for the 2024-25 academic Year) and maintains full lACS accreditation. NIU is a JED Campus and recently began work to implement a strategic plan around campus-wide mental health and holistic wellness. The Director will be the primary coordinator responsible for the strategic plan, working collaboratively to achieve the objectives and goals. The Director reports to the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Overall leadership and responsibility for the operation of a comprehensive counseling center with services including but not limited to initial consultation appointments; individual and group therapy; crisis intervention and the mental health response to campus emergencies; consultation; training; educational programming and... For full info follow application link.

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.