Associate Director of Counseling and Wellness

About the role

The Associate Director supports the leadership, management, and delivery of student counseling services and wellness programming at NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC). This role includes providing direct counseling, assessment, crisis response, case management, and outreach services to students.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct clinical services, including short-term individual counseling, crisis intervention, assessment, and referrals for students
• Affords assistance in the coordination and supervision of daily operations within the Counseling & Wellness Center
• Supports compliance with ethical standards and federal/state regulations, including HIPAA
• Engages in case management for students facing complex or ongoing life challenges, coordinating care with campus and community partners
• Contributes to the development and implementation of outreach programs, workshops, and awareness campaigns on topics such as mental health, stress management, and student well-being
• Collects and reports data to support quality assurance and program development
• Consults with faculty and staff regarding student mental health concerns
• Maintains accurate and confidential clinical documentation using the Center’s electronic health record system (Simple Practice)
• Supervises and trains for counseling interns or practicum students, in coordination with the Director
• Contributes to policy and procedure development (documentation standards, clinic handbook, practicum and internship handbook)
• Evaluates student needs, campus trends, and opportunities for programming that promotes emotional wellness and academic success (Co-Curricular Assessment Planning)
• Attends professional development opportunities to stay current in counseling practices and campus mental health trends
• Represents the Counseling & Wellness Center at college events and meetings as needed

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Educational Psychology, or a related field
• Must be a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or have license eligibility in the State of Arkansas
• Minimum of 2 years of post-master’s clinical experience, preferably in a college or university setting
• Experience with diverse populations and a strong commitment to inclusive, student-centered care

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical skills in assessment, brief counseling, and crisis response
• Knowledge of college student development and mental health needs
• Collaborative ability across departments and with diverse student populations
• Organizational and time management skills
• Confidentiality and ethical counseling standards
• Interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Competency in electronic health records and data management
• Supervisory or mentoring experience with interns or early career professionals (preferred)

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Sitting, standing, walking, and keyboarding
• Constantly repetitive motion and visual acuity for computer-based tasks and documentation
• Professional office setting with typical lighting and noise conditions
• Occasional campus outreach or travel to external meetings may be required

Pay

Rate of Pay: $56,236 annualized *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position

Benefits

Completed applications received by 7/31/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position

Equal Opportunity Employer

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.