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Emerson College
Associate Director, Health Services (Nurse Practitioner)

Emerson College invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Director, Health Services. The Associate Director oversees all clinical and administrative aspects of the Heath Services, serving a diverse, talented, and creative student body on its main campus in Boston. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse practitioner with administrative expertise to work alongside the staff and have a positive impact on the Emerson student community. Reporting to the Associate Dean and Director, Counseling, Health & Wellness, the Associate Director collaborates closely with the Associate Directors of Counseling and Wellness to provide an integrated and holistic response to the needs of students. Emerson is seeking a strong leader, manager, advocate, collaborator, and clinician. The successful candidate will have the skills to seek out and understand best practices in the field of Student Health; the passion to supervise, engage, and motivate staff; and the desire to collaborate with colleagues across campus to advance and identify innovative solutions to strengthen Health Services.

Emerson College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the College’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. Emerson endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.

This is a full-time, 12-month, senior administrative position. Emerson provides competitive and attractive benefits. For more information on benefits, such as retirement, tuition reimbursement/remission, and work/life balance of PTO from vacation, sick, personal, holidays, and winter break or email hr@emerson.edu to learn more.

About Emerson College

Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. Its main campus is located in the center of the dynamic multicultural city of Boston, in close proximity to major publishing houses, arts institutions, and research centers. The college also has campuses in Los Angeles and the Netherlands. Emerson College enrolls over 4,300 graduate and undergraduate students from more than 70 countries and all 50 states.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Dean and Director, Counseling, Health & Wellness, the Associate Director provides supervision, clinical leadership, guidance, and direction of health services. This position oversees, evaluates, and implements operational protocols as well as clinical activities in accordance with the licensing association’s ethical principles, including current compliance standards for staff licensure and certifications. The Associate Director maintains a limited clinical caseload to balance organizational and administrative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage the daily operations of the health services unit

· Provide direction, mentorship, and supervision to staff, including direct supervision of Clinical Coordinator and Advanced Practice Clinicians

o Directs the work operation, develops performance standards, reviews, and makes performance evaluations, provides guidance to staff, and approves personnel actions within the department including promotions, hiring, and disciplinary

· Monitor existing policies, procedures, and processes for this department to ensure they comply with appropriate laws and regulations

· Evaluate existing departmental operations for increased effectiveness and make appropriate process improvements

· Develop and oversee the unit budget

· Collaborate closely with the Associate Dean, Director of Counseling, Health, and Wellness to support the vision of this area to provide holistic and inclusive services to Emerson students

· Collaborate closely with the Associate Director of Counseling and Associate Director of Wellness

· Serve as liaison to consulting medical providers

· Manage relationships with external partners/vendors; create and maintain a referral network for therapeutic and emergency services with area clinicians, mental health clinics, and hospitals

· Resolve any complex/escalated clinical matters, including oversight of higher risk clients, crisis intervention/emergency services, and support for residence education staff

· Maintain oversight of higher risk patients, including crisis intervention/emergency services and support for residence education staff

· Oversight of immunization compliance or management regarding communicable disease outbreaks

· Provide direct patient care (i.e., perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat acute and chronic health problems; perform and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe medication; administer injections and immunizations; and refer patients as appropriate)

· Ensure accurate function of Electronic Health Records

Other Responsibilities

· Direct and assume primary responsibility for backup on-call schedule

· Synchronize post-hospitalization process and protocols for students

· Manage schedule and record-keeping system for the center

· Work collaboratively with internal college stakeholders and students on a variety of complex issues

· Other projects and duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience

· Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree in nursing or health-related field

· Current licensure in Massachusetts or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and eligibility to seek a DEA license and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (MCSR)

· A minimum of 7 years of demonstrated direct clinical experience and/or 3-5 years of progressive management experience

· Advanced clinical skills and experience in medical crises intervention management

· Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to manage multiple/competing priorities

· Ability to effectively work with students from a broad range of identities and life experiences, including an understanding and knowledge of related cultural influences that may affect health

· A commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion

· Exceptional written, verbal, and organizational skills

· Knowledge of and experience using an electronic health records management system

· Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience working in college health

· Experience in change management; adaptable in an evolving environment

· Experience with cross-functional program development and the use of data to enhance services and make decisions

· Willingness to reimagine a new structure using best practices within the discipline

Application Process

Emerson College has partnered with Keeling & Associates in this search process. Applications should include a cover letter and resume and must be sent, preferably in PDF format, to recruiting@KeelingAssociates.com. The subject line of the email should read “Emerson College – Associate Director.” Confidential inquiries and nominations should be addressed to Gordon Winsor, Consultant and Director, Executive Search, Keeling & Associates, at gwinsor@keelingassociates.com. Applications received by November 22, 2021, will receive full consideration. The process will continue until the position is filled.

Diversity Statement

Emerson College believes diversity enriches the educational experience by providing students with the opportunity to learn from individuals who may have different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Engagement with diversity in the curriculum, in our co-curricular offerings, and all other aspects of the College enhances the personal and intellectual growth of all members of our campus community. Emerson is committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for meaningful citizenship in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society. Emerson College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender in its educational programs or activities. Emerson has designated the Associate Vice President, Title IX, and Clery Coordinator to respond to inquiries regarding the College Sexual Misconduct Policy. The Title IX Coordinator may be reached at 8 Park Plaza, Transportation Bldg, Room 230 Boston, MA 02116; Telephone: 617-824-8999; email: titleix@emerson.edu

The CSU Health Network at Colorado State University is recruiting for a Director of Operations.

In partnership with the CSU Health Network Leadership Team, the Director of Operations is committed to providing leadership for integrative, innovative, and comprehensive health care of the highest quality medical, mental, and behavioral Health, and Health Education Promotion. The vision of the CSU Health Network’s is to be a national leader in campus community health care.

The position engages in direct leadership of Business Services and Operations for Accounting Services, Human Resources, Student Health Insurance Services, Student Insurance Billing and Coding Services, Student Access Call Center Services, Student Experience, Access, and Registration Services, Medical Records Services, and Facilities and Custodial Services.

The Director of Operations will assist the Executive Director of the CSU Health Network to plan and coordinate capital operating expenditures and fiscal systems with self-generated revenues exceeding $10 million as well as manage varied and complex financial systems including formulation; allocation of budgets; and management of appropriated funds, cash funds, and/or contracts and grants with an annual total budget of approximately $20 million.

The Director of Operations reports directly to the Executive Director of the CSU Health Network.

For a full position description and instructions on how to apply, see https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/90237.

For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Time on Sunday, August 8, 2021.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Applicant Documents

Supplemental Questions

Please apply here: https://berklee.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/BerkleeCareers/job/Berklee-College-of-Music—Boston/Student-Health-Liaison_R0003961

Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Director of Student Wellness Promotion and Services, the Student Health Liaison is primarily responsible for supporting the programmatic and administrative efforts for Student Wellness Promotion and Services (SWPS). This position works in collaboration with the Counseling professional staff, administrative staff, contracted wellness service providers, graduate interns, and student employees (Peer Wellness Educators). Collectively, this position works to deliver essential holistic wellness education and resource information to a diverse community of student musicians and performing artists.

The Student Health Liaison works collaboratively with other members of the SWPS team to develop community-wide messaging and outreach to increase access to health services, promote healthy choices and prevent negative health consequences.

This position will be cross-trained to support operational processes related to health services (e.g. health insurance compliance, immunizations compliance, counseling referrals, medical withdrawals/returns).

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s level public health, social work, psychology, education, health sciences, or related field; or equivalent experience. Masters preferred. Experience working in a college, university or healthcare environment preferred. Specific skills and experience in health services relevant to late adolescents/young adults, counseling services, and/or student affairs in a higher education environment preferable.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide frontline support and system navigation for the Health and Wellness satellite office, which may include assisting walk-in Berklee community members with questions, receiving and greeting visitors, assisting students in making wellness service appointments, providing referral assistance to the institution’s contracted health care facility, assisting students with basic questions about immunizations and the student health insurance plan and elevating inquiries to the appropriate staff member as necessary, answering phone calls, and monitoring and assisting in responding to office email and social media accounts.
Supervise and train student employees who assist with frontline coverage and office duties if needed; also, support coordination of student employment work schedules. Support development of training manuals for Peer Health Educators.
Assist in managing, creating, and maintaining all Health and Wellness webpages, newsletter submissions, social media accounts, print materials, student mailing list, programming calendar, and coordinate all communications from the Health and Wellness staff office.
Coordinate the administrative aspects of the SWPS staff office, including but not limited to: reserving spaces for on-campus wellness classes, events, clinics and programs; managing the online appointment booking software for wellness services; assisting the contracted wellness service providers with administrative and technical needs; monitoring and ordering supplies; processing payments for providers and vendors.
Collaborate with the Health and Wellness staff on the coordination and delivery of wellness campaigns, programs, and services.
Continually identify and monitor emerging student resource and informational needs as it relates to wellness, and implement appropriate strategies for addressing those needs.
Assist with utilization and trend data collection and assessment.
Assist the Director of SWPS and Counseling on special projects, such as those specifically related to the donor-funded Reach Out initiative program.
Represent the Health and Wellness staff office at outreach programs and events.
Participate in departmental, divisional and college-wide committees.
Serve as a member of the response team for public health outbreaks and concerns.
Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, psychology, education, health sciences, or related field; or equivalent experience.
Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment and interact with culturally diverse individuals.
Interest in the intersections of health and wellness and equity; ability to incorporate social justice at the core of health and wellness curricula, programs, and messaging.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to effectively communicate both individually and in group settings.
Working knowledge of a variety of health topics impacting college-aged populations.
Working knowledge of behavior change theories and the social ecological framework.
Familiarity with social marketing and communications strategies.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to understand and address the concerns of college students with empathy.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Master’s degree.
Experience working in a college, university or healthcare environment. Specific skills and experience in health services relevant to late adolescents/young adults, counseling services, and/or student affairs in a higher education environment preferable.
Experience working with, or advising, young adults or college students.
Skills in planning, implementing, and evaluating theory- and evidence-informed health education campaigns, programs, and services.
Proven ability to work independently when needed, with little supervision or guidance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Supervisors are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, coercion or harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is performed indoors and primarily in an office setting. The noise level is usually low to moderate. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to travel.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, ETC.: Position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

About Saint Michael’s College:

Saint Michael’s College delivers a compelling, world-class education in a beautiful Vermont setting. Our connected community allows students to form close relationships with each other and accomplished faculty and staff members, providing an ideal learning environment where they have the space and support to challenge themselves and their peers. As a fully residential college located minutes from Burlington, one of the country’s top-rated college towns, Saint Michael’s offers an unparalleled mix of academic, spiritual, cultural, service and wilderness experiences. Saint Michael’s is among the elite ranks of only 286 colleges and universities nationwide allowed to host a Phi Beta Kappa national honor society chapter on campus, one of only 20 national Catholic colleges, and one of four in New England. Saint Michael’s College was ranked 3rd in Best Colleges in Vermont and No. 59 in the Best Catholic Colleges rankings by Niche, a popular college ranking website. Saint Michael’s was also named 120th in Best Liberal Arts College and No. 136 in the Best Small Colleges. The College is included in the Princeton Review’s Best 385 Colleges, earning a spot on the Green College Honor Roll for demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and on their list of Best Northeastern Colleges for its academic offerings, campus infrastructure, activities, and career preparation. Saint Michael’s was also named in the 2018 The Princeton Review book “Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck.” Surrounded by the beautiful Green Mountains and Lake Champlain, and only 3.5 hours from Boston and 1.5 hours from Montreal, the area offers abundant recreational and cultural opportunities. To learn more, visit smcvt.edu.

Job Description:

The Bergeron Wellness Center at Saint Michael’s College is looking for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Director of Student Health Services to join our fabulous team. The Bergeron Wellness Center provides confidential care for the bodies, minds and spirits of our diverse students. The Center has both nurse practitioners and mental health clinicians who are integral resources of care to all of our residential undergraduate students. In addition to providing direct patient care in an ambulatory health care setting, the Director of Student Health Services provides leadership in public health as well as sound management of nursing services/clinical care for students. The Director will work collaboratively with the Director of Mental Health Services on shared initiatives that support the physical and mental health development of students. The Director of Student Health provides clinical and administrative leadership to nursing personnel that includes nurse practitioners and registered nurses as well as the center’s administrative assistant. The Director will focus some clinical time on the assessment, management and support of students requiring medication management for mental health diagnoses, as well as some clinical support for the general physical needs of the student body.  Administrative duties include working with the Director of Mental Health Services to collaboratively oversee the daily operations of the Bergeron Wellness Center, as well as hiring and personnel action within Student Health Services, purchasing supplies, communication with other departments to promote public health and maintaining and assuring quality performance and improvement programs in nursing, including infection control and prevention. This full-time, 12-month appointment offers excellent benefits including a generous vacation/holiday package, an outstanding retirement program, and continuing education support.  We are committed to equity at the Bergeron Wellness Center, and strongly encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply for this position.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), generous paid time off, employee and dependent tuition benefits, and discounted gym membership.

For full job description please click here.

Requirements:

• The successful candidate must hold an Advanced Practice degree in Psychiatric Nursing and is currently practicing under an accredited body as well as hold licensure in the state of Vermont.
• Three or more years of clinical experience with at least two years in a supervisory role.
• Preferred qualifications include past experience in public health or care of populations, working within multi-disciplinary teams, as well as strong leadership and communication skills.
• Preference will be given to candidates with previous college health experience.
• This candidate must see the value of cultural, ethnic, gender, and other individual differences in people, and help to create an environment of learning about, valuing, encouraging, and supporting differences.

Additional Information:

Saint Michael’s College, inspired by our Edmundite Catholic mission, is committed to diversity and inclusion across our campus community. We are committed to attracting and supporting faculty and staff that fully represent the racial, ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity of the nation, and we actively seek applications from underrepresented groups.

Saint Michael’s College is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, in compliance with applicable provisions of state and federal law that prohibit discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or military service status, HIV-positive test result status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic, as such characteristics and prohibitions are defined by applicable law. The College will not rely inappropriately on such characteristics, or upon related stereotypes or biases, in making employment-related decisions. Also, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship or otherwise would not be required by applicable law, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, as well as any employee who is limited in her/their ability to perform the functions of her/their job because of pregnancy, childbirth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth.

Application Instructions:

Please be prepared to attach the following documents after clicking on Apply Now button:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

No phone calls, emails or walk-ins please.

To apply: https://smcvt.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=1ECFA04A1522D3441D28AAED0E4F6076?JOBID=132616

This is a temporary position, scheduled to end December 31, 2021 with the possibility for an extension if needed.

The Manager, COVID-19 Testing Center is responsible for the oversight of the College’s COVID-19 Testing Center, a mass asymptomatic surveillance testing operation for all members of the Babson community (students, faculty, staff, vendors and affiliates). Specifically responsible for supervising a multidisciplinary team of registration coordinators and observers for PCR-swab testing; managing COVID Compliance for the College to ensure that the appropriate community members are enrolled in the College’s testing protocol and are testing at the expected cadence; partnering with colleagues from Health Services, ITSD, and Human Resources on data reporting and overall compliance; and serving as a senior manager on the AVP’s Student Success Leadership Team, along with directors of Accessibility Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Health Services, Religious & Spiritual Life, Student Advising & Success, and Wellness & Prevention Services.

• Provide oversight for COVID-19 Testing Center operations for all Babson College students, faculty, staff, vendors, and affiliates.
• Using Universal Standards and proper Infection Control techniques, perform testing in accordance with CDC, MA Department of Public Health, and any other relevant guidelines.
• Prepare and manage employee schedule to ensure adequate staffing coverage as directed by the Associate Vice President, Student Success.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, providing regular updates to the Director, Health Services and Associate Vice President, Student Success. Submit monthly testing volume forecasts to the Broad Institute, flagging any necessary amendments for testing supplies to the Director, Health Services and Associate Vice President, Student Success, in advance of monthly submissions.
• Ensure proper PPE levels are maintained.
• Oversee student compliance to include: comparing daily manifest of appointments against master list of students eligible for testing; communicating directly with students regarding all aspects of compliance; preparing regular compliance reports for College leadership; and maintaining integrity of data.  Manages testing center scheduler and communication regarding testing center hours of operation in conjunction with marketing.  Work with IT on enhancements to compliance system.
• Partner with Health Services to understand who qualifies to be in compliance; manage onboarding and off boarding of COVID-19 protocols (attestation, semester location forms, etc.).
• Arrange for regular specimen pickups by courier based on Testing Center schedule and College needs.
• Maintain current knowledge of evolving COVID testing protocols, technologies, and guidelines.
• Update Crisis Response Teams as required.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

Supervises:

Registration Coordinators

Swab Observation Staff

RN’s (FT, PT, Per Diem)

Education Requirements:

Minimum Level of Education Required:                  Bachelor’s degree required in nursing, health care management, or data analytics.

Position Knowledge/Skills & Abilities Requirements:

• A minimum of 4-6 years of successful experience as a Registered Nurse, EMT, in health care management, and/or infomatics.

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Hepatitis B vaccination and training in compliance with OSHA regulations; must maintain both throughout time in the position.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks.
• Advanced skill and training in Microsoft Excel is a must-have.
• Creates an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deals with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciates open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.
• Embraces ideas and changes created by all community members.
• Works independently to solve problems; looks for opportunities to take on responsibility; takes thoughtful risks; and effectively acts on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
• Anticipates and effectively handles change; demonstrates willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
• Must have strong supervisory skills.
• Must be able to handle sensitive material confidentially.
• Must have strong working knowledge of data analytics.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Temporary, Full-time position, 35 hours per week.
• Some weekend, evening hours necessary, as required.

Additional Experience, Skills & Abilities:

• Master’s Degree strongly preferred

To apply: https://babson.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Staff/job/Babson-Park/Manager–COVID-19-Testing-Center_R0010345

The Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Clinician will provide individual personal counseling to Babson undergraduate and graduate students using a short-term treatment model. The Clinician will also be responsible for conducting assessments, making appropriate referrals on and off-campus, and providing educational and outreach programming to the campus community; may be responsible for developing and leading groups; consulting, as appropriate, with staff, faculty, families, professionals and students regarding a variety of mental health concerns, and providing risk assessments and crisis interventions as necessary; and serving in a Clinician-on-Call rotation during non-business hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide intake assessments with triage-based disposition and referral.
• Provide individual counseling for students within a brief and focused counseling model.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate groups, workshops, and psycho-educational outreach.
• Provide training on mental health issues and suicide prevention to the campus community, including, but not limited to, staff and student leaders.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, and other departmental and division meetings and events.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment as needed.
• Partner with other Health and Wellness Departments (Health Services, Religious & Spiritual Life, and Wellness and Prevention Services) in the development of a holistic approach to health and wellness at Babson College.
• Consult with other members of the Babson College community, families and other professionals regarding student care, within the limits of confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all clinical interactions and consultation.
• Perform case management and administrative responsibilities in support of clinical work.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

Supervises:

Depending on licensure, may supervise CAPS interns

Education Requirements:

Minimum Level of Education Required                  Ph.D./PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology, MSW, MA or equivalent; licensed by the State of Massachusetts or license-eligible

Position Knowledge/Skills & Abilities Requirements:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of related counseling experience.
• Must have experience providing brief counseling
• Must have experience providing risk assessment and crisis response
• Must have strong verbal, presentation, and writing skills
• Ability to build relationships and establish collaborative partnerships across the institution
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment and interact with culturally diverse individuals at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated technological competence with an appreciation and skill to apply technology in departmental operations and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) as well as any Counseling Services specific software
• Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times
• Broad knowledge of the dynamics of power, privilege, and oppression, gendered violence, and sexual and intimate partner violence on campus
• Previous experience working as a part of a collaborative, team-based approach to clinical services in a fast-paced work setting.

Working Conditions:

Requires some evening/weekend work

Additional Experience, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in a college counseling center strongly preferred

To apply: https://babson.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Staff/job/Babson-Park/Clinician–10-month-_R0010353

The CAPS Clinician will provide individual personal counseling to Babson undergraduate and graduate students using a short-term treatment model. The Clinician will also be responsible for conducting assessments, making appropriate referrals on and off-campus, and providing educational and outreach programming to the campus community; may be responsible for developing and leading groups; consulting, as appropriate, with staff, faculty, families, professionals and students regarding a variety of mental health concerns, and providing risk assessments and crisis interventions as necessary; and serving in a Clinician-on-Call rotation during non-business hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide intake assessments with triage-based disposition and referral.
• Provide individual counseling for students within a brief and focused counseling model.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate groups, workshops, and psycho-educational outreach.
• Provide training on mental health issues and suicide prevention to the campus community, including, but not limited to, staff and student leaders.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, and other departmental and division meetings and events.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment as needed.
• Partner with other Health and Wellness Departments (Health Services, Religious & Spiritual Life, and Wellness and Prevention Services) in the development of a holistic approach to health and wellness at Babson College.
• Consult with other members of the Babson College community, families and other professionals regarding student care, within the limits of confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all clinical interactions and consultation.
• Perform case management and administrative responsibilities in support of clinical work.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

Supervises:

Depending on licensure, may supervise CAPS interns

Education Requirements:

Minimum Level of Education Required                  Ph.D./PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology, MSW, MA or equivalent; licensed by the State of Massachusetts or license-eligible

Position Knowledge/Skills & Abilities Requirements:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of related counseling experience.
• Must have experience providing brief counseling
• Must have experience providing risk assessment and crisis response
• Must have strong verbal, presentation, and writing skills
• Ability to build relationships and establish collaborative partnerships across the institution
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment and interact with culturally diverse individuals at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated technological competence with an appreciation and skill to apply technology in departmental operations and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) as well as any Counseling Services specific software
• Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times
• Broad knowledge of the dynamics of power, privilege, and oppression, gendered violence, and sexual and intimate partner violence on campus
• Previous experience working as a part of a collaborative, team-based approach to clinical services in a fast-paced work setting.

Working Conditions:

Requires some evening/weekend work

Additional Experience, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in a college counseling center strongly preferred

To apply: https://babson.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Staff/job/Babson-Park/Clinician–Counseling—Psychological-Services–CAPS-_R0010382

• • Babson Park

• The Director will provide vision and direction for a CAPS program that is proactive, developmental, and preventative in scope. Specifically responsible for overseeing the service delivery, budget, strategic planning, and assessment of Counseling and Psychological Services; providing leadership to the campus regarding student mental health concerns and serving as a member of the Student Success Leadership Team; providing individual personal counseling to Babson undergraduate and graduate students using a short-term treatment model; triaging new intakes; developing and leading groups, making appropriate referrals on and off-campus, and providing educational and outreach programming to the campus community; consulting, as appropriate, with staff, faculty, families, professionals and students; providing risk assessments and crisis interventions as necessary; and overseeing the Clinician-On-Call rotation and serves in an on-call capacity for mental health emergencies during non-business hours.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage the successful delivery of counseling related services, which includes assessment, urgent care counseling, individual counseling, group counseling, case management, and crisis intervention.
  • Manage the department budget and fiscal resources: responsible for long and short-range strategic, fiscal, and organizational planning; manages the general operation of CAPS; prepares reports on student utilization, campus trends in mental health, and policies that impact the delivery of mental health services, including monthly dashboard indicator reports.
  • Manage and use technology as appropriate (e.g., website development, electronic medical records, online modules) to support the mission of the center.
  • Establish departmental approaches to elicit and utilize student and stakeholder input regarding CAPS, including issues of access to, satisfaction with, and impact of the services.
  • Consult with other members of the Babson College community, families and other professionals regarding student care, within the limits of confidentiality.
  • Serve as a member of the CARE (BIT) team, providing case management when appropriate.
  • Provide training on mental health issues and suicide prevention to the campus community, including, but not limited to, staff and student leaders.
  • Plan, lead, and facilitate a weekly administrative staff meeting as well as a weekly clinical consultation meeting. Attend other departmental and division meetings and events as required.
  • Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment as needed.
  • Partner with other Health & Wellness Departments (Health Services, Religious & Spiritual Life, and Wellness & Prevention Services) and other campus partners in the development of a holistic approach to health and wellbeing at Babson.
  • Provide intake assessments with triage-based disposition and referral.
  • Provide individual counseling for students within a brief and focused counseling model.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all clinical interactions and consultation.
  • Perform case management and administrative responsibilities in support of clinical work.
  • Assume additional responsibilities as required.

  Supervises:

  A multidisciplinary team of clinicians (psychologists, social workers, mental health counselors, and a consulting psychiatrist)

  Trainees

  Education Requirements:

  Minimum Level of Education Required                  Ph.D./PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology, MSW, MA in counseling/clinical psychology, or equivalent; licensed by the State of Massachusetts

  Position Knowledge/Skills & Abilities Requirements:

  • 10+ years of related counseling experience and licensed by the State of MA.
  • Must have working knowledge of ethical, legal, and clinical issues and standards as they apply to college counseling center settings.
  • Must have knowledge of mental health principles, practices, and developmental issues as they apply to young adults.
  • Must have demonstrated strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice, as well as personal and professional integrity.
  • Must have experience providing brief counseling, providing risk assessment and crisis response.
  • Must have strong verbal, writing and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment and interact with culturally diverse individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated technological competence with an appreciation and skill to apply technology in departmental operations and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) as well as any CAPS specific software (Titanium).
  • Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times.
  • Demonstrated ability and experience providing supervision to diverse and experienced clinical staff
  • Ability to create an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deal with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.
  • Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members.
  • Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
  • Ability to anticipate and effectively handle change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
  • Must have experience working as a part of a collaborative, team-based approach to clinical services in a fast-paced work setting.

  Working Conditions:

  Requires evening/weekend work

  Additional Experience, Skills & Abilities:

  • 10+ years of experience in a college counseling center strongly preferred

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Provide operational leadership to the medical service of the Schacht Center for Health and Wellness. Coordinate and ensure that the service provides high quality care in compliance with best practices, state and federal statutes, the Americans with Disability Act, Title IX and medical Code of Ethics. Responsible for evaluating the medical provider support staff (RN’s, MA’s, and similar level licensure) performance, maintaining up to date administrative policies within the medical service, and managing medical/surgical supply inventories. Work in partnership with the Medical Director to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the Medical Service. Work collaboratively with the other Schacht Center Departmental Directors to provide integrated and holistic care. Serve as a liaison to campus partners and community agencies such as DPH and providers on behalf of patients and the college.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Assess clinical operations to ensure efficient and effective service delivery (35%)

· Assess medical provider support staff on a continuing basis for work is being done efficiently and in accordance with accepted standards of practice and most current Medical Service policies and procedures.

· Assess staffing needs and structure of schedule in relation to budgetary allocation and service demand

· Monitory medical supply inventory to ensure adequate stores for daily patient care activities as well as sufficient reserves to manage unforseen crises

· Monitor biohazard waste removal procedures

· Maintain accurate records of controlled drugs as required be the DEA and monitor drug counts on a daily basis. Ensure that all regulatory guidelines related to storage and disposal are followed.

· Provide or arrange for in-service trainings for medical personnel on new practices/procedures and/or changes to best practice standards

· Revise and/or update policies and procedures manual and ensure that the Medical Director reviews and signs off on updated manual annually

· Manage lab and/or laboratory contracts as needed.

Administrative operations (35%)

· Manage nursing staff through hiring, scheduling, payroll, assessment, and disciplinary action as needed.

· Work collaboratively with campus stakeholders to ensure compliance with state and local statutes, including annual compliance reviews and certifications.

· Manage medical crisis intervention and protocols in close collaboration with the College Physician/Medical Director, Executive Director, Director of Counseling, Campus Safety, Dean of Students, Class Deans’ Office, Residence Life, and local public health or emergency agencies.

· In collaboration with the Executive Director and College Physician/Medical Director, support students and enact college policy regarding leaves from the college as needed including both voluntary and non-voluntary short- and long-term leaves. Review medical clearances for return from leaves in collaboration with the College Physician/Medical Director and the American with Disabilities Act.

Patient Care (20%)

· Organize annual flu clinic and emergency vaccine clinics as needed for the college.

· Interface with concerned students, their family members, and/or campus constituents

· Oversee the administration of allergy injections to students.

· Provide patient triage, evaluation, and licensure level appropriate treatment in accordance with established best practices and departmental policies and procedures.

Strategic planning (5%)

· Contribute to strategic planning and vision building for the Medical Service and the Schacht Center for Health & Wellness

· Contribute to regularly scheduled Schacht Center leadership team meetings.

· Develop a plan for a data-driven evaluation of departmental functioning and service delivery. . Write annual reports detailing findings and linking to strategic vision of the department and the Schacht Center for Health & Wellness.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of the Schacht Center for Health and Wellness. (5%)

All employees are expected to participate in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)

Bachelor’s degree or higher plus a minimum of five years of operational leadership, practice management, or similar work or an equivalent combination of education/experience. Proven experience working with diverse constituencies.

Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of five years of general nursing and/or advanced practice in an outpatient setting. Currently licensed in the state of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse, Certified Nurse Practitioner, or related advanced clinical practice. Intermediate/high skill level with electronic medical record. Thorough knowledge of general patient care practice, including the basic fields related to nursing such as biological, physical, social and medical sciences and their application for a better understanding of patient care problems along with a thorough knowledge of current clinical practice. Phlebotomy experience desirable. A commitment to the core values of the college, student affairs division, and Schacht Center. Ability to foster equitable and inclusive psychiatric care as evidenced by demonstrated practice cultural humility and sophistication in delivering mental health services to diverse student groups. Empathy and positivity in work engagement with students and colleagues. Ability to collaborate effectively with a team and a willingness to contribute to the overall wellness of the college community.

Skills

Leadership in professional and personal relationships, ability to work and communicate effectively with other members of the Schacht Center staff, students, and college employees. Ability and willingness to accept responsibility. Flexibility in personal and professional relationships in order to adapt to changing roles in college health service practices. Must be able to communicate effectively with a diverse population. Candidate must have strong leadership skills, proven clinical expertise and problem solving capabilities. Candidate should be held in high esteem by her/his colleagues and an ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of people. Experience in higher education or another institutional setting is preferred. Candidate must have the capacity to work effectively in a multicultural setting and working knowledge of the psychosocial stressors of living and working in a diverse community. A sincere interest in, and understanding of college students including developmental, social, psychological and health issues salient to this population.

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Review of applications will begin June 10, 2021.

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