Assistant Director of Outreach Services/Licensed Psychologist, UNLV Student Wellness [R0152973]

Student Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for an Assistant Director of Outreach Services/Licensed Psychologist position. CAPS is an IACS-Accredited center within the Student Wellness unit that includes the departments of Student Health Center, Care Center, Wellness Education and Health Promotion, Disability Resource Center, Military and Veteran Services, and the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. This role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, integrated service model dedicated to serving a diverse student population.

About the role

This is a full-time, 12-month position. The Assistant Director of Outreach Services (ADOS), under the direction of the Student Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Executive Director, provides oversight for CAPS Outreach, Social Media & Technology, and Wellness Promotion. The ADOS ensures that policies and practices are in accordance with safe, effective and professional conduct, state and federal laws and mandates, licensure requirements, accreditation standards, and UNLV/Nevada System of Higher Education mandates.

The ADOS is responsible for ensuring that the CAPS, Student Wellness Unit, Division of Student Affairs and University philosophies and standards are universally disseminated and adhered to. The ADOS ensures ongoing integration of outreach and prevention programming into the overall counseling center activities while being mindful of resources. The ADOS oversees the development, interpretation, and execution of outreach policies and procedures.

This position also requires the provision of clinical services including individual, couples, and group counseling, initial consultation (intake evaluation), crisis assessment and intervention, and outreach programming and consultation services. The ADOS provides direct clinical supervision and training to clinical trainees and/or psychological assistants. The ADOS is a member of CAPS leadership team and assists with departmental strategic planning and leadership responsibilities including administrative supervision of Wellness Promotion staff and student workers.

UNLV holds prestigious designations as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), Title V- Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), and Title III- Asian American and Native American, Pacific Islander- Serving Institution (AANAPISI). We have been consistently ranked in the top 5 among the nation’s most ethnically diverse college campuses. We are seeking candidates who can work effectively with a wide range of individuals from diverse identity backgrounds, including but not limited to race, gender identity, sexuality, and ability status.

In addition to our comprehensive service model, CAPS maintains an APA-accredited Doctoral Psychology Internship Program and an active practicum training program, providing valuable opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for CAPS Outreach, Social Media & Technology, and Wellness Promotion.
• Ensure policies and practices comply with professional conduct standards, state/federal laws, licensure requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Disseminate and ensure adherence to CAPS, Student Wellness Unit, Division of Student Affairs, and University philosophies and standards.
• Integrate outreach and prevention programming into counseling center activities while managing resources.
• Develop, interpret, and execute outreach policies and procedures.
• Provide clinical services including individual, couples, and group counseling, intake evaluations, crisis assessment and intervention, and outreach programming.
• Provide direct clinical supervision and training to clinical trainees and/or psychological assistants.
• Participate in CAPS leadership team and assist with departmental strategic planning and leadership responsibilities.
• Administer supervision of Wellness Promotion staff and student workers.
• Occasional evening and weekend activities.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed as a Psychologist and must attain licensure as a Psychologist in Nevada by the start date.
• Two years of related professional experience.
• One year of comparable supervisory experience with clinical trainees.
• Demonstrated experience and training in generalist counseling.
• Strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills.
• Experience in supervision and training.
• Proficiency in brief therapy and group counseling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with coordinating outreach programs in higher education with progressive administrative experience is preferred.
• Candidates from an APA-accredited graduate program and candidates from an APA-accredited internship program are preferred.
• Must pass a background screening.
• Must be in compliance with the Student Wellness Center Employee Exposure to Communicable Disease (Prevention of) Policy.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts.
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus.
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles.
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard.
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants.

Pay

Salary range: $123,634 - $151,863