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Director of Counseling and Psychological Services
| Company | Cornell University |
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| Location | Ithaca, NY, USA |
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| Salary | $157256 – $192202 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Master’s, PhD |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Masters in social work with “C” or “R” designation (LCSW or LCSW-R) or Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology (PhD or PsyD). Must hold a valid license to practice in their mental health profession issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED) Office of the Professions as of their start date.
- A minimum of ten (10) years professional experience and at least four (4) years of clinical supervision (post “C” or “R” or post-doctoral) and 4 years of administrative supervision experience.
- Expert clinical skills and understanding of college mental health as well as knowledge of regulatory issues, and best practice standards.
- Demonstrated success in managing relationships across large institutions.
- Proven success and strong commitment to belonging. Deep understanding of differences and the impact of diversity and intersectionality on mental health and support. Experienced in fostering cultural competence among mental health professionals.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for comprehensive mental health services for Cornell students.
- Manage a budget of $5.4M and oversee a staff of over 50 including full-time and part-time staff and clinical trainees.
- Interface with senior administration and faculty, collaborate and liaise with other internal and external partners, including students, student groups, parents, university departments, and community agencies.
- Ensure critical incident follow-up for students and parents.
- Foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by being trustworthy; respecting all individuals; being flexible; supporting work/life integration as well as healthy boundaries; inviting new ideas, alternatives, and perspectives; speaking up and taking action if others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and recognizing the contributions of others.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to positively shape mental health for communities. Demonstrated success in managing outwardly in multiple directions. Excellent communication skills with ability to interface with a broad group of stakeholders (e.g., students, staff, faculty, administrators, parents) and media.
- Experience working with, and relating to, students and a deep dedication to improving the mental health of this specific population; an active listener, facilitator, convener and mediator; the flexibility, resiliency, and creativity to thrive in a lean environment.
- Proven record of success and of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Solid understanding of difference and the impacts of dimensions of diversity and intersectionality on mental health and support.
- Demonstrated ability to work positively with others using a collaborative leadership style that promotes constructive relationships, partnerships, conflict resolution, and cross-functional cooperation.
- Proven skills as a decisive leader and effective manager.
