Assistant DirectorTraining Program Director Counseling and Psychological Services - Division of Student Affairs
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Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is seeking an experienced and passionate mental health professional to serve as theAssistant Director/TrainingProgram Director atCounseling and Psychological Services (CaPS). Reporting directly to the Executive Director this leadership position plays a pivotal role in fostering the development of future mental health professionals while ensuring the ongoing success and accreditation of CMUs highly regardedAPAaccredited doctoral internship program. As part of theCommunity Health and WellBeing (CHWB) unit CaPS is deeply committed to promoting student wellbeing throughoutreach prevention and highquality clinical services.
CMUs CaPS training program has been revitalized over the last few years and is thriving with broad institutional CaPS leadership and staff support. Its doctoral internship program was recently accredited by the American Psychological Association (initial accreditation date: October 10 2023. The Assistant Director will oversee all aspects of CaPS training programs including maintaining APA accreditation coordinating clinical supervision and shaping policies that align with institutional needs and ethical best practices. This position also includes providing some direct clinical services crisis intervention and collaboration with other campuswide mental health programming.
CMU is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all students can flourish. If you are passionate about training the next generation of psychologists and contributing to the overallmental health and wellbeing of a diverse student body we invite you to apply and become part of this dynamic team.
About Carnegie Mellon University
Responsibilities
Training
Maintain APA professional standards of the Doctoral Psychology Internship Program including annual collection of the internship proximal and distal data annual collection and review of feedback from all training programs submission of Annual Report Online (ARO) and regular correspondence and report writing in accordance with timeline and requirements established by APAs Commission on Accreditation.
Update and maintain all training related public and internal materials annually and as needed including CaPS website APPIC directory listing psychology internship brochures CaPS training manual the telehealth training manual training program related procedures training seminar syllabi etc.
Oversee all employment related matters concerning the doctoral psychology interns from recruitment to succession planning following the standardized process in accordance with APPIC match process.
Maintain and engage in regular communication with local and national psychology programs to support the operation of the training program and in accordance with APA accreditation standards.
Coordinate hold and regularly track training related activities and meetings including onboarding orientation farewell training program social activities training committee meetings supervisors consultation meetings monthly meetings with psychology interns and consultation meetings with training coordinators.
Coordinate and consult on seminar offerings and supervision for doctoral psychology interns practicum students and master level social work and counseling trainees.
Oversee and maintain all Counseling Center records pertinent to the training of Doctoral interns.
Direct Clinical Services
Provide clinical supervision.
Provide individual and group psychotherapy for undergraduate and graduate students.
Provide crisis intervention services including being part of the oncall after hours rotation and backup triage services.
Conduct individual/group counseling mental health workshops and consultations.
Maintain small client caseload.
Clinical Documentation
Maintain clinical records and necessary statistics of psychotherapeutic and other client contacts in compliance with ethics law and standard processes.
Outreach and Consultation
Offer outreach programming to the campus community.
Consult with students faculty and staff and families and parents and other providers regarding mental health issues or concerns.
Professional Development
Attend the yearly Association of Counseling Center Training Agencies (ACCTA) conference.
Participate in department divisional and other University committees as assigned.
Attend and participate in regular CaPS staff meetings case conferences and inservice/professional development training.
Maintain all relevant ethical legal and professional standards of practice for Psychologists in the state of PA.
Maintain licensure as a psychologist within the state of PA.
Required Qualifications
Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology.
Must be licensed as a psychologist for at least two years and must be licensed in the state of Pennsylvania within 6 months of beginning this position.
Experience with policy and procedure design implementation evaluation and revision.
Experience with crisis intervention risk assessment and management of potentially highrisk clients.
Demonstrated effectiveness in working in a higher education context with students from a wide range of backgrounds.
Demonstrated effectiveness in the provision of administrative and clinical supervision.
Ability to use standard methodologies and evidencebased research to ensure high quality care for culturally diverse individuals and groups.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong communication with all CaPS staff to build a community of inclusive excellence.
Understanding of organizational systems and the ability to work collaboratively and creatively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and professional fields.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience serving as the training director for doctoral psychology internship program.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of federal state and local laws statues regulations codes and standards related to the delivery of mental health services.
Knowledge of mental health and wellness issues in the college student population including undergraduate graduate and international students.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relations with a diverse group of colleagues vendors and other stakeholders.
Ability to think critically and creatively about clinical and administrative problems have a high standard of integrity and be motivated to incorporate best practices into CaPS.
Ability to plan coordinate roll out evaluate and revise the implementation of new systems procedures and programs.
Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing information guidance and motivation.
Ability to inspire others remain calm under duress and demonstrate flexibility/adaptiveness in the face of complex problems and unforeseen challenges.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical prescription dental and vision insurance.
Retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution.
Tuition benefits.
Ample paid time off and observed holidays.
Life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass.
Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs.
Fitness center access.
Application Process
Keeling & Associates LLC is pleased to be supporting Carnegie Mellon University for this search. Applications should include a cover letter clearly addressing the position requirements and a resume/curriculum vitae. Materials must be sent preferably as PDFs to with subject heading CMU Assistant Director. Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Confidential inquiries and nominations should be addressed to LeAnna Rice Vice President and Senior Consultant for Executive Search at .
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical prescription dental and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits take welldeserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs fitness center access and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials we evaluate the role and responsibilities your valuable work experience and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; its about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization! Apply today!
Location
Pittsburgh PAJob Function
Counseling and PsychologicalPosition Type
Staff RegularFull Time/Part time
Full timePay Basis
SalaryMore Information:
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Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
