Inside Higher Ed · 4 hours ago
Executive Director of Counseling and Health
Valdosta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expThe University of West Georgia (UWG) is seeking a self-motivated leader in the fields of counseling and health administration. This position serves as the administrative leadership for Counseling and Health Services, overseeing operations and ensuring the success and safety of students on campus.
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Responsibilities
Provide vision and strategic leadership for the Counseling Center and Health Services
Supervise up to twenty full-time professionals, including counselors and health services professionals
Supervise administrative staff and direct reports such as Assistant Directors, Business Operations Specialist, IT Specialist, and Patient Advocate(s)
Oversight of the Counseling Center Internship Program and support the intern's clinical supervisors
Serve as a member of the leadership team of the Division of Student Affairs
Advise other department heads and leadership regarding current mental and physical health issues
Manage the Counseling budget of approximately $1.2 million
Support the budget responsibilities for Health Services, including preparing a 5-year business plan
Work with budget managers on the financial operations of Health, including business plans, grants, and revenue
Work with the Health and Counseling Leadership Team on goal setting, action planning, and belonging initiatives, including data collection, reports, and database updates
Serve as a key member of the CARE Team, advising on mental health and wellness concerns
Consult with counseling staff, faculty, and staff regarding student safety and mental health
Perform safety assessments with student clients and referred students to determine risk to self or others
Take appropriate actions to secure student safety
Make presentations to educate the campus community
Provide assessments and recommendations for students returning from hospitalization for mental health reasons
Any other duties as assigned by the AVP for Student Affairs, or the President
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree
Master's degree in business administration, healthcare management, or a related field to Counseling or College Health
5+ years of counseling experience and medical office experience required
3+ years of clinical supervision experience required
minimum of five (5) years management experience
Current knowledge of procedures, techniques, equipment, technical advances and regulatory agencies and standards within the field of student health are required
strong written and oral communication skills
experience working with diverse audiences
Preferred
Doctorate/PhD
Experience with College Student Counseling preferred and/or College Student Health
Experience with Administrative Supervision preferred
Demonstration of promotability and progressive job responsibilities
Demonstrated experience with medical records enterprise systems, CPCS/ACS designation preferred
Benefits
Health plans, including medical, dental, and vision
Wellness programs
Robust retirement options through Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS), Optional Retirement Program, and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans
13 paid holidays and paid time off accruals
University System of Georgia's Tuition Assistance Program
Acentra Employee Assistance Program
Personal financial advising with Captrust
Exclusive discounts and special offers on entertainment, travel, and other products and services through the Perks at Work program
Free access to the university recreation facility
Discounted campus dining options
Company
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Funding
Current Stage
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