Director of the Student Wellness and Counseling Center (HEO)

POSITION DETAILS

New York City College of Technology (City Tech) of the City University of New York (CUNY), a comprehensive college in downtown Brooklyn offering 58 associate and baccalaureate degrees, invites applications for the Director of the Student Wellness and Counseling Center.

Reporting to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, the Director of the Student Wellness and Counseling Center oversees and coordinates a comprehensive range of wellness and counseling services to support the overall well-being of City Tech students. Primary responsibilities include the creation of a holistic and inclusive environment that promotes student wellness, enhancing the student college experience.

Overall, the Director of the Student Wellness and Counseling Center at City Tech, plays a vital role in creating a supportive and healthy campus environment that enhances the overall well-being of students. By providing leadership, guidance, and access to counseling services and fitness programs, the director contributes to the academic success, personal growth, and retention of City Tech students.

Key duties and responsibilities would include but are not limited to:

• Overall coordination and implementation of strategic vision for the Student Wellness and Counseling Center at City Tech. Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision of the Center clinical team of counselors, health/wellness educator, and support staff.
• Oversee the provision of counseling services to students, including individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and referral services. Ensure that counseling services are accessible, confidential, and culturally sensitive to meet the diverse needs of City Tech students.
• Prepare and administer wellness education programs and workshops that address various aspects of student wellness, such as stress management, healthy relationships, nutrition, and mental health awareness. Collaborate with Student Life and Development (SLD), faculty and staff to integrate wellness education into the curriculum and campus activities.
• Develop and implement outreach initiatives to raise awareness about wellness resources and services available at the Student Wellness and Counseling Center. Collaborate with student organizations, campus departments, and community partners to develop programs that address the specific needs of City Tech students.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate counseling and wellness staff, and other personnel within the Student Wellness Center. Foster a supportive and collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and development.
• Develop and manage the budget for the Student Wellness and Counseling Center, ensuring effective and efficient use of resources. Seek external funding opportunities and grants to enhance services and programs.
• Collaborate with other campus departments, academic units, and external organizations to promote a comprehensive approach to student wellness. Establish partnerships with local fitness centers, health providers, and community organizations to expand wellness opportunities for City Tech students.
• Implement a system for collecting and analyzing data on counseling services, fitness programs, and student outcomes. Use data to assess the effectiveness of services and make data-driven decisions for program improvement.
• Serve as an advocate for the Student Wellness and Counseling Center student needs within the City Tech community. Collaborate with student organizations and student government (SGA) to address concerns, promote awareness, and advocate for policy changes that support student wellness.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Doctoral degree in Psychology to include Ph.D. and Psy.D. programs OR Master's degree in an appropriate discipline for personal or psychological counseling, and a New York State license as a mental health practitioner (social work, psychology, or mental health counseling) required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A doctoral degree is preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years of documented progressive clinical and managerial experience in counseling center administration with provision of supervision in a mental health and wellness setting.
• Professional experience in a college or university setting.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Directs a college counseling center, integrating counseling services into a comprehensive student development experience.

• Manages a counseling center providing a variety of services such as individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, workshops, classroom instruction, and academic intervention
• Supervises and develops counseling faculty and staff
• Develops department budget and manages fiscal affairs
• Directs planning, evaluation, assessment and marketing of counseling services
• Interfaces with academic departments, other College offices, and student groups to assess program needs and develop appropriate responses
• Participates in inter-divisional programs to increase student success and retention
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Student Counseling Director

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$115,333-$141,858. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin on or after August 26, 2024.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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Location

NYC College of Technology

About NYC College of Technology (CUNY)

New York City College of Technology is a baccalaureate and associate degree-granting institution committed to providing broad access to high quality technological and professional education for a diverse urban population. City Tech’s distinctive emphasis on applied skills and place-based learning built upon a vibrant general education foundation equips students with both problem-solving skills and an understanding of the social contexts of technology that make its graduates competitive. A multi- disciplinary approach and creative collaboration are hallmarks of the academic programs. As a community City Tech nurtures an atmosphere of inclusion, respect, and open-mindedness in which all members can flourish.

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