Position Title
Director, Counseling Center

University
Lipscomb University

Department
Counseling Center

Salary Range
competitive, based on qualifications and experience

Position Description
The Director will be responsible for the overall operation of the counseling center. This position will work in tandem with the Psychology department to meet the university’s academic objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and direct all activities of the counseling center.
• Conduct individual and group counseling with students, faculty, and staff.
• Supervise other counselors, clinical interns, and staff.
• Develop innovative methods of delivering services based on student, faculty, and staff need.
• Review, evaluate, and communicate progress of the center to the administration.
• Monitor and control expenditures.
• Provide or coordinate appropriate staff training.
• Assist the Associate Dean as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications
Lipscomb University is associated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ and governed by religious tenets held by the institution. Primary consideration is given to staff applicants who are active, faithful members of a congregation of the Church of Christ.

Education: Ph.D. in clinical or counseling psychology

Experience: Two years of experience practicing as a licensed psychologist. Three to five years of experience preferred (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).

Desired Qualifications
The preferred candidate will demonstrate a record of visionary leadership and managerial experience; empowering supervision and team development; innovation and creativity; inclusive and transparent decision making; professional confidence and sound judgment; success in building relationships and working collaboratively with key stakeholders; effective written and oral communication; demonstrated use of statistical tools and surveys; experience navigating complex systems; strong commitment to student development; multicultural competence; and strong negotiation and advocacy skills. The successful candidate will also benefit from a clear understanding and knowledge of national trends and best practices in college student mental health. Experience in an IACS accredited counseling center is desirable.

University Description
Lipscomb University is a faith-based, liberal arts institution in Nashville, Tenn., dedicated to challenging students academically, spiritually and as global community citizens.

The colleges of the university include College of Arts and Sciences, College of Bible and Ministry, College of Business, College of Education, Raymond B. Jones College of Engineering, and the College of Pharmacy.

Lipscomb University was founded in 1891 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Region Description
Nashville, TN

Required Application Materials
Our aim is to make the application process as convenient as possible for you. The online application is the preferred way you can apply for employment (see the link below). If it better suits your needs, an application can be accessed in PDF format and submitted in person, via U.S. mail or by fax (615-966-7003)

Application Deadline
The position will remain open until it is filled. Applications are reviewed when submitted.

Starting Date
August 2012

Send Applications To:
Jenny Stites

Mailing Address
1 University Park Drive
Nashville, TN 37214

Phone Number

Email Address
jenny.stites@lipscomb.edu

Web Address
www.lipscomb.edu/hr/Filter/Item/0/24534

This listing expires on:
10/22/2012