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　　Position Information

　　Posting Number S05140P

　　Position Title Associate Director of Outreach Services and Mental Health Promotion

　　Department Counseling & Psych Services

　　Location Arlington

　　Job Family Health Services

　　Position Status Full-time

　　Work Hours Standard

　　Work Schedule

　　Monday to Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

　　Some Saturdays 12:00pm-4:00pm

　　Some evenings

　　Open to External and Internal

　　Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience $99,000.

　　Duration Funding expected to continue

　　Pay Basis Monthly

　　Benefits Eligible Yes

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　　University Information

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

　　Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

　　Job Summary

　　The Associate Director should play a key leadership role in strengthening linkages between CAPS and other departments in Student Affairs and the larger campus community through the coordination of services and activities that promote wellness and the integration of campus services. This person will serve on the Division’s Wellbeing Committee and should serve as a co-chair of that committee in the determined rotation.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Responsible for the development of comprehensive mental health services focused on prevention and education.

　　Plan, implement, coordinate service delivery and evaluate outcomes to the campus community.

　　Develop campus programs that align with national standards related to providing comprehensive mental health services.

　　Consult with national organizations including but not limited to IACS , CCMH and the JED foundation.

　　Ensure compliance with Health Services AAAHC accreditation requirements and assist the CAPS administrative team in updating protocols.

　　Promote and develop a broad range of wellness (suicide prevention) and outreach education services, including training, consultation, direct programming.

　　Provide supervision of a team of clinical care providers with direct reports of an Assistant Director of Outreach Services and Mental Health Promotion and a Clinical Supervisor-Social Worker.

　　Maintain a clinical case load including face to face and virtual appointments in a wide variety of mental health concerns. Includes individual, group counseling and therapy.

　　Coordinate care plans with the other CAPS leadership team including overseeing and participating in clinical case management team meetings.

　　Oversee the maintenance and completion of charts in a timely manner.

　　Provide consultation and supervision of case management services for patients requiring services not offered at UTA CAPS .

　　Participate in peer review activities and Health Services committees as assigned by the Director of CAPS .

　　Committee assignments may include quality improvement, risk management, provider and advisory committee.

　　Perform other duties assigned.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Master’s or Ph. D. in Counseling/Clinical Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with a minimum of six (6) years clinical experience and experience in program development and evaluation and/or equivalent relevant experience.

　　Current licensed Mental Health Provider.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience in college mental health setting.

　　Experience working with a diverse college age population is desirable.

　　Experience supervising a clinical team.

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Other Requirements

　　Working Conditions

　　Special Conditions for Eligibility

　　Working Title

　　CBC Requirement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

　　EEO Statement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

　　ADA Accommodations

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

　　Posting Detail Information

　　Number of Vacancies 1

　　Open Until Filled

　　Minimum Number of References Required 3

　　Maximum Number of References Accepted

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

　　Requirement Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　What is the highest level of education attained? GED

　　High School Diploma

　　Associate's Degree

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Master's Degree

　　PhD or equivalent

　　How many years of supervisory experience do you have? None/less than 2 years

　　3 to 4 years

　　4 to 5 years

　　6 or more years

　　How many years of related experience do you have? None/less than 1 year

　　1 to 2 years

　　3 to 4 years

　　5 years or more

　　Documents Needed To Apply

　　Required Documents

　　Resume or CV

　　Cover/Interest Letter

　　Optional Documents