Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks an Associate Director, Training to join Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). The Associate Director provides input and makes recommendations for the effective and efficient administrative, clinical, consultative, and outreach functions of CAPS. The role provides urgent clinical services during regular hours of operation and serves as the Administrator-in-Charge when the Director and/or the Associate Director of Clinical Care is absent or unavailable.
Requirements
- A Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) or a master’s degree in counseling (or related field) with at least 7 years of experience post-licensure in mental health settings;
- At least 3-5 years of clinical supervisory experience required;
- Must be licensed or license-eligible as an LICSW, LMHC, or Psychologist in Rhode Island (i.e. must file for licensure in Rhode Island immediately upon hire and obtain license in accordance with RI State Board of Health prevailing standards and schedules);
- Demonstrated experience in program development and evaluation;
- Demonstrated experience in policy development and implementation;
- Demonstrated competency providing clinical services for diverse or marginalized clients, including international populations and clients who identify along the gender and sexual orientation spectra;
- Demonstrated experience with considering and implementing social justice elements into training and practice from a systemic standpoint;
- Demonstrated competency in managing and responding to crisis and emergency clinical situations;
- Demonstrated experience providing clinical services for the wide range of presenting issues seen in college students, including assessing and managing risk and the treatment of acute concerns (e.g., eating disorders, self-harm);
- Appreciation and knowledge of the process of intersectional identity development;
- Ability to manage a very full caseload within a time-limited clinical setting;
- Ability to manage crisis situations, including suicidality and danger to others;
- Highly effective interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a highly collaborative manner;
- Strong outreach, consultation, and written and verbal communication skills;
- Must be computer literate. Ability to run reports, standard and ad-hoc, from electronic medical record program;
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
