"Director of Counseling"

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Director of Counseling

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A PhD or its equivalent preferably in Counseling
• A Master's degree with 7 years commensurate experience in counseling
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Experience in budget management, forecasting, conflict resolution, and grant writing
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide individual counseling services to students, faculty, administrators and staff
• Provide vision, strategic planning, and assessment for the center to advance department and divisional mission.
• Provide and coordinate consultation, education and outreach services to faculty, staff, and students on developmental, mental health and harm-reduction issues.
• Develop and administer center protocols and procedures in keeping with current best-practices for college counseling centers.
• Coordinate the center's emergency and crisis response procedures and participate in threat assessment activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across campus to develop strategies for optimizing student strengths and healthy development and for the prevention and intervention of psychological and behavioral concerns.
• Provide intervention services in all areas of the college environment
• Assist individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional problems
• Develop training modules for peer counselors/work-study assignments and R.A.'s (area of concern)
• Develop growth-group activities per semester
• Provide emergency or crisis intervention services to students
• Perform other duties as needed

QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Demonstrates o Trustworthiness o Confidence o Enthusiasm o Initiative o Flexibility o Sound work ethics
• Proven Skills o Listening skills o Team player

SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the immediate supervisor in accordance with provisions of the Jarvis Christian College Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual.

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION

Success in the workplace depends on a strong commitment to the tasks assigned, respect for others and confidentiality in handling, and dealing with prospects, and sensitive constituent information. Honesty, integrity, and treating others with respect are expected at all times. Good presentation skills which include, but not limited to, professional dress/business attire, excellent personal grooming, and excellent verbal, as well as, written skills.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, keeping current of best practices in area of responsibility.

ETHICAL BEHAVIOR

Adhere to the Jarvis Christian College Code of Ethics.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

TWELVE (12) month position.