Director of Counseling and Psychological Services

Job Requirements:

The Director develops and provides diagnostic assessment, therapeutic intervention and outreach to the student population.  Offers referral and crisis intervention services to the University community at large.  Develops appropriate policies and procedures for the counseling department, provides leadership and direction to the operation of the Counseling center by performing the following duties. 

  Education

• PhD, PsyD or equivalent is preferred.
• Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Counseling or Rehabilitation, Social Work, or related behavioral sciences field from an accredited institution required.
• Certification in alcohol and drug treatment counseling desired.

Experience

• A minimum of 8 years of clinical experience, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Supervisory experience is desired.  
• Experience in creating and presenting programs, as well as experience in generating and presenting reports.
• Demonstrated evidence of culturally inclusive and equitable practices that value students’ lived experiences in all aspects of their social and cultural identities.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed or license-eligible in PA to practice counseling and/or psychology. 

 (Equivalent combinations of education, licenses, certifications and/or experience may be considered.)

For more information regarding the position or help with the application process; please contact Leane Pace at lpace@misericordia.edu.