Another Source’s client, the UW Tacoma, is recruiting a Director of Counseling Services to join their team in Tacoma, WA. This is a great opportunity to lead a dynamic team dedicated to promoting mental health and wellness while making a significant impact on the student experience at a university deeply invested in its local communities and in student success.
Internally titled: Director of Psychological and Wellness Services
The University of Washington Tacoma is an anchor institution that is deeply invested in its local communities and in student success. As one of three campuses of a world-class university, UW Tacoma is dedicated to interdisciplinary and innovative teaching and scholarship and to engaging the community in mutually beneficial partnerships. UW Tacoma’s commitment to access and diversity is central to an environment where students, staff, faculty and South Sound residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal and professional growth. More information about UW Tacoma and its strategic plan can be found here.
About the Department
PAWS consults and collaborates with faculty, staff, administration and other university departments to promote student development, build community and enhance the quality of university life. The Center employs evaluation and research to develop more effective services for students, to contribute to our profession, and to create new knowledge. Learn more here: About Us | Psychological & Wellness Services | University of Washington Tacoma (uw.edu)
What’s in it for You:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. The UW salary grade range for this position is $83,724 - $120,000, the expected salary for this role is $100,000 to $120,000.
About the role:
The University of Washington Tacoma’s (UWT) Psychological and Wellness Services (PAWS) provides high quality and timely mental health services and health promotion programming for UW Tacoma students. The Director of Psychological and Wellness Services leads a team of clinicians, health promotion specialist, doctoral level clinical and counseling psychology trainees, and student affairs professionals in developing and implementing a unit plan that meets the needs of UW Tacoma’s diverse student population and that uses rigorous assessment to demonstrate outcomes and guide future planning. The position has responsibility for daily operations of Psychological and Wellness Services, including financial management and ensuring that programs and services comply with applicable statutes, regulations, accreditation requirements, and professional standards. The position serves as the lead campus consultant on student mental health. As such, the position is highly impactful to the overall student experience and health and wellbeing.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Leadership, Administration, and Management (55%)
Clinical Leadership (20%)
Clinical Supervision and Training (10%)
Outreach and Education (10%)
Other (5%)
Minimum Requirements:
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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