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Job ID: 24751

Location: Bronx Community College

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

POSITION DETAILS

Under the general direction of the Associate Dean for Student Development in the Division of Student Success at Bronx Community College, the Director of CARES (Counseling and Resources for Emergency Support) provides administrative oversight, visionary leadership and broad direction for all aspects of Student (Personal/Mental Health) Counseling and the Single Stop unit (especially regarding delivery of services).  Ensure that CARES department has a positive impact on the mental health and well-being of our students by providing an array of high-quality service.

Also, in addition to the CUNY Title Overview, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Overall direction and supervision of CARES including development, training and evaluation of CARES staff, interns, doctoral fellows, programming and protocols.

-Administrative oversight for intake assessments, personal counseling, crisis intervention, group workshops and campus outreach programming for the entire CARES area.   This include services regarding food insecurity, housing insecurity, emergency financial assistance, clothing drives and a food pantry.

-On-going development and implementation of CARES policies, procedures and program assessment.

- Preparation, management and reconciliation of area budget.

- Membership on campus Behavioral Intervention Team and coordination of crisis intervention and response protocol for CARES.

-Work with area hospitals, mental health and social support agencies and other community-based organizations/providers in an effort to improve resources and services to students.

-Service as liaison to CUNY Director of Counseling meetings.

- Participates in inter-divisional programs to increase student success and retention

QUALIFICATIONS

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

Additional Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in appropriate discipline for personal or psychological counseling (e.g., Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Psychology)
• NYS license as a Mental Health Practitioner
• At least six years of documented progressive clinical and managerial experience in counseling center administration with supervision in a mental health setting.
Preferred qualifications
• Doctoral degree in psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D) or appropriate discipline
• Knowledge and experience to work with students from diverse backgrounds
• Experience in a College/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

$82,233 - $130,379

2% increase will take place November 1st 2022 increasing salary range.

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

Applicants must apply online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigating to the following links:  Select “Employment”, then select “Search Job Postings” and find JOB ID #24751. Please attach resume and cover letter. References on request. Please do not include any other documentation.

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Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Exemption (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment. Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Exemption (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment. 

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled; with review of resumes immediately.

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.