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Iowa State University Assistant Director Counseling Services in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Assistant Director Counseling Services
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience. Licensed to provide clinical services.
Preferred Qualifications:Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited university program, and completed APA Accredited internship.
Three or more years of post-licensure experience.
Experience providing supervision or training in a university counseling center with a post-doctorate program or APA-accredited doctoral internship program.
Demonstrated experience in a leadership role.
Job Description:
Shape the Future of Mental Health Services at Iowa State University
Are you ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic university setting, where you can impact both the professional development of future mental health professionals and the well-being of students? Iowa State University’s Student Counseling Services (SCS) is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Training to oversee and develop our mental health training programs. This is a unique opportunity to lead a crucial aspect of our counseling services, working closely with both staff and trainees while contributing to the overall administration and fiscal management of SCS.
Why Iowa State University and SCS?
A Leadership Role in a Collaborative EnvironmentAs the Assistant Director of Training, you will work closely with the SCS Director and other leadership staff to ensure that the training programs for practicum students, interns, and graduate assistants are comprehensive, effective, and compliant with APA accreditation standards. You’ll be part of a supportive leadership team that values innovation, teamwork, and student success.
A Role That Combines Leadership and Clinical ExcellenceIn addition to overseeing the training programs, you will provide clinical supervision to unlicensed staff and trainees, ensuring high-quality mental health services for ISU students. Your day-to-day responsibilities will range from crisis intervention and direct client care to staff development and administrative oversight, ensuring no two days are the same.
Excellent Work-Life Balance and Benefits (https://hr.iastate.edu/files/documents/2024-01/Benefit%20Highlights%20Information%20-%202024%20final.pdf) We understand the importance of maintaining balance in life. Iowa State University is committed to creating a workplace where your professional responsibilities are balanced with your personal needs. The university offers a flexible, supportive environment, including access to a fantastic benefits package which includes wellness programs and generous vacation time, allowing you to recharge and maintain your well-being while helping others.
Key Responsibilities:
Fiscal and Administrative Oversight:
Assist in budget preparation and staffing decisions.
Act as the in-house director in the absence of senior leadership.
Leadership and Collaboration:
Work as part of the Leadership Team to ensure resources and policies align with department goals.
Communicate key decisions and policies to staff members.
Training Program Management:
Oversee the training programs for practicum students, interns, and graduate assistants.
Manage the selection, orientation, and evaluation processes for trainees.
Ensure compliance with APA accreditation standards.
Clinical and Administrative Supervision:
Supervise unlicensed clinical staff and trainees.
Provide direct clinical services, including assessments, interventions, and psychotherapy.
Crisis and Team Leadership:
Serve as Team Leader for initial appointments and crisis services.
Manage crisis intervention and consult on student mental health concerns.
Staff Supervision and Development:
Hire, train, and evaluate clinical staff.
Collaborate with HR on personnel matters.
Why You’ll Love Living in Ames
Ames, Iowa, offers an outstanding quality of life. Known for its welcoming community, Ames is home to a vibrant blend of cultural, athletic, and social events, thanks in part to Iowa State University. Whether you're attending concerts, art exhibitions, or theater performances, there's always something happening.
The city also hosts a wide variety of athletic events, from Cyclone football and basketball games to other university sports that bring the community together. Plus, Ames frequently offers festivals, farmers’ markets, and university-sponsored lectures and events, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
In addition to the exciting local atmosphere, Ames provides an affordable cost of living and excellent schools, making it a great place to live and thrive. Plus, with Des Moines just 30 minutes away, you’ll have easy access to everything a larger city has to offer without sacrificing the charm and convenience of a smaller town.
For more information about our services, visit: Iowa State University Student Counseling Services (https://cyclonehealth.iastate.edu/student-counseling-services) .
Level Guidelines
• Provides input into annual departmental objectives and action plans• Accountable for achievement of key annual objectives for a department• May provide input into institution policy within area of functional expertise• Responsible for functional output of a department or work team• Manages subordinate staff• Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel• May provide input to the budgeting process• Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope• May provide input into financial decisions that impact department or work area
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS810
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: December 16, 2024
Posting Close Date:February 19, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R16118
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.