Job description

General Summary
This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Priority screening for applications received by October 23, 2022.

Highline College seeks a dynamic and energetic individual to fill the position of the Director of Counseling in Student Services. The position reports to the Vice President for Student Services (VPSS) and is responsible for providing leadership and supervision of the Counseling Center.

The Director is a member of the Student Services Administrative Cabinet and Leadership Team and participates in setting strategic direction, anticipating, and responding to opportunities and challenges, managing resources, formulating policy and developing key relationships with academic and administrative colleagues to further the mission and goals of the College.

This administrative position serves as the liaison to Academic Affairs and works in collaboration with the Division Chair for the Health, PE and Education Division.

This position is an exempt, at-will, full-time position. Hours of work may include evening, weekend and occasional travel.

Essential Tasks
Reporting to the Director of Advising, this position will:

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Develop, implement, evaluate and maintain a comprehensive program of counseling services that includes, but may not be limited to personal, educational and career counseling;

• Provide leadership for the counseling staff, including but not limited to faculty, staff and graduate interns;
• Supervise the department Program Coordinator and support the front desk operations;
• Build a collaborative team; ensure appropriate staff training, coaching and assignment of responsibilities;
• Conduct educational workshops, presentations, and other campus outreach services; make referrals to campus resources as needed;
• Collaborate with members of the campus community to ensure safety of the campus community;
• Participate in student services planning and program development;
• Remain current on resources and referral partnership opportunities within the community;
• Serve as a member of college-wide and state-wide committees and task forces;
• Coordinate campus outreach (class visits, psychoeducational workshops, trainings);
• Manage department budget and assessments;
• Direct the daily operations of the department.

Clinical Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide consultation with faculty and staff on student behavioral concerns, classroom management to promote students’ development and academic success;
• Perform initial client evaluations and provide appropriate intervention, mediation, and follow-up;
• Triage and coordinate response to psychological emergencies with CARE and Public Safety;
• Serve on CARE Core Team by providing consultation and coordinating counseling department response and follow-up to all mental health related reports;
• Provide clinical trainings to faculty and staff on how to respond to students in distress;
• Coordinate clinical trainings for counseling department faculty and staff;
• Respond to faculty concerns of students and all psychological emergency situations;
• Consult with Counseling Faculty when a voluntary or involuntary commitment needs to occur due to suicidality risk, or when a student is reported to CPS;
• Supervise Counseling Faculty’s clinical work when their current license does not allow them to practice independently;
• Facilitate weekly Clinical Case Consultations with Faculty Counselors;
• Serve as liaison to Student Housing, Access Services, and Veterans;
• Coordinate with HR to refer staff and faculty to EAP counseling services;
• Assist VP/Dean with student death protocol and coordinating response with campus community;
• Manage clinical records retention of counseling and psychotherapy files per state law;
• Respond to signed releases and requests for medical information.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, access, and educational equity; advocacy for students of color, gay/lesbian/bisexual, and transgender, international, veterans, immigrant/refugee and students with disabilities;
• Provide mediation, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills;
• Ensure compliance with specific regulations, statutes, and guidelines;
• Develop collaborative relationships across the institution;
• Function as an effective leader and team member;
• Use data and student learning outcomes to make informed decisions.

Knowledge* of: *

• Student development theory, educational, career, intervention and support services;
• Current issues and best practices in student and academic affairs;
• Ethical standards of professional behavior as defined in the code of ethics of the American Psychological Association, and the American Counseling Association;
• Strong interpersonal and cultural competency skills;
• Demonstrated experience leading organizational change and renewal, developing and mentoring staff and cross-functional teams, promoting diversity and inclusion, and advancing a culture of collaboration with all segments of the campus community;
• Commitment to the mission and goals of the community college.

Qualifications

MINIMUM:

• Master's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, social work or a related field; AND
• Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Psychologist, or license eligible in Washington State; AND
• Three years of administrative, supervisory and practitioner experience.

DESIRED:

• Ph.D. in Counseling, Clinical Psychology or related field;
• Experience working in a higher education setting;
• Experience providing bilingual counseling services;
• Experience in program review and accreditation processes;
• Experience in a shared governance model;
• Experience in student conduct in higher education.

Supplemental Information

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

THE COLLEGE
Highline College prides itself on its commitment to diversity and equity, its institutional culture of collegiality and innovation, its globalization of curricula and its inclusion of the community in its programming. Founded in 1961, Highline College is situated in a diverse community just 15minutes south of Seattle. The college annually serves more than 16,500 students –– a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages. The college embraces equity, inclusion and social justice, with core goals of student attainment, diversity, community Engagement and sustainability. The student body at Highline College is made up of Transfer students, Running Start students, Professional- Technical students, International students, Comprehensive Transition Program for students with intellectual disabilities, Adult Basic Education and English Language Learners. In addition, we offer six bachelor of applied science, four-year degrees.

MISSION AND VISION
As an essential part of our mission and vision, diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Your online application must include the following to be considered complete:
1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position;
2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for the
position;
3. A one-page response to the Supplemental Question.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• National Criminal Background Check may be required.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highline

NEED APPLICATION HELP?
Should you have any difficulties uploading your documents or navigating the application process, please contact NEOGOV Technical Support at 1-855-524- 5627, Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00PM Pacific Time.

HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Highline College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

TITLE IX POLICY
Highline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our website https://humanresources.highline.edu/faculty-and-staff/policies/title-ix/

The College appointing authorities reserve the right and may exercise the option to make an employment decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 per year

Work Location: One location

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