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Kean Wellness Center

Counseling Center
Director of Counseling and Alcohol and Other Drug Services

Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Kean Wellness Center, the Director of Counseling and Alcohol and Other Drug Services (Director 2) is a full-time, twelve-month managerial position responsible for the management, development and implementation of a comprehensive counseling program for the educational, personal and psychological support of students at Kean's multiple campus locations. The Director assists in the development of policy affecting the mental health environment of the University; oversees the delivery of clinical services and also supervises the Alcohol and Other Drug Services program; collaborates with other offices in the Wellness Center and other University departments to provide an integrated educational support and outreach service to students across all campuses; and does related work as required.

This position requires a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. Travel is also required, including travel to Kean's New Jersey campus locations. This position assists the Executive Director with response to emergency situations and serves in a lead role on the university-wide trauma response team.

Qualifications: Doctorate degree in a related discipline; current New Jersey State licensure as a licensed psychologist, licensed professional counselor or licensed clinical social worker; and a minimum of two years of post-licensure experience in a college or university counseling center or related field is required. Five years of clinical supervision; demonstrated organizational and administrative responsibilities; and experience providing mental health prevention to a diverse population is preferred. Candidates with a Doctorate degree in a related discipline, New Jersey State licensure in a related profession and two years of post-licensure experience as listed above may also be considered as determined by the University. Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to use and integrate technology into the counseling experience.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is: $125,000 to $140,000. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Employment at Kean requires working at any of our New Jersey campus locations or affiliated work sites, which may include, but not be limited to: the main campus in Union; Kean Ocean in Toms River; Kean Skylands in Jefferson Township; Kean Jersey City; Kean at Brookdale in Middletown Township; Manahawkin; Princeton; and Trenton. Location assignments will be based on operational and university needs. Faculty may also be assigned to teach online classes for Kean Global.

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

Kean University participates in E-Verify. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: E-Verify.

Mission Statement

Kean University, New Jersey's first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer