Job Description
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
About UC CAPS At UC CAPS, we prioritize accessible and effective services that you can access when you need them. We take a collaborative, strengths-based approach to help you identify tools, resources, and strategies to meet your mental health goals. This might only take one meeting, or it might take a little more support. Either way, we're here to help you on your Bearcat journey.
Job Overview The Assistant Director of the Embedded Program at the University of Cincinnati - Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) within the Division of Student Affairs reports directly to the Associate Director of Community Engagement and Operations. The Assistant Director serves on the CAPS Leadership Team alongside the Associate Directors of Community Engagement and Clinical Services, as well as the Assistant Director of Training. Additional CAPS staff members include senior staff psychologists, clinical counselors, social workers, support staff members, clinical fellows, psychology doctoral interns, doctoral graduate assistants, and doctoral practicum students in counseling psychology.
Essential Functions • Responsible for the overall direction of a specific program of the Counseling Center (Training, Outreach, Assessment, and Care Management).
• Responsible for the overall direction of the Embedded Program of the Counseling Center
• Prepare, submit, and administer the program annual budget, as well as authorize and approve expenditures, allocation of funds, and hiring process.
• Consult with other Embedded Programs in universities for best practices.
• Develop and maintain strong communication with CAPS leadership and leadership within the Colleges.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.
• Provides direct clinical and outreach services to students, individual and group counseling, and urgent intervention when necessary.
• Provide leadership in the organization and operation of the training program to include creating supervision plans and training of trainees. Managing all documentation to academic programs regarding evaluation of student trainees.
• Create and organize all levels of operation (e.g., policy and procedures, outreach, scheduling)
• Confer and consult with Director to ensure compliance with departmental and university policies and procedures to make critical decisions.
Required Education Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Clinical Psychology
Required Trainings/Certifications Current licensure or licensure eligible as a social worker, marriage and family therapist, or clinical counselor in the State of Ohio. License must be achievede within six (6) months of hire.
Required Experience - Three (3) years of clinical experience in an administrative capacity in student personnel or counseling.
- Ability to supervise in their discipline.
Additional Qualifications Considered - Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD), Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD), or Doctorate of Education (EdD)
- Current licensure or license eligible as a psychologist in the State of Ohio
- Completion of APA accredited internship in psychology
- Experience in college mental health
Application Process For complete application please submit a cover letter with resume to the attention of Dr. Tara Scarborough, Executive Director of Mental Health and Wellness
Physical Requirements/Work Environment - Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range of $76,000-$80,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu .
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer. REQ: 98466
Asst Dir Counseling Center, Student Affairs Counseling & Psychological Services Date: Mar 18, 2025
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US
Facility: Main Campus
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
Job Segment: Counseling, Psychology, Healthcare, Research
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