Director of Counseling

Job no: 493765
Work type: Staff (Full-Time)
Location: Orlando, FL, Winter Park, FL
Categories: Wellness Center
Division: Student Affairs

Job
Summary:

As part of the Rollins College Wellness Center, the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) develops and implements a holistic approach to college mental health services, positively impacting student well-being. The Director leads CAPS in providing short-term, solution-focused mental health services, fostering student resilience, academic success, and personal growth. This role requires expertise in integrated care models and assessment practices to meet the diverse needs of students.

• Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and articulate a strategic vision for CAPS that promotes accessible, student-centered mental health services, fosters a campus culture of belonging and well-being.
  • Lead efforts to review CAPS practices, structures, and resources to expand access to mental health services and improve service delivery.
• Clinical Oversight
  • Ensure high standards for clinical services, focusing on short-term psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and inclusive outreach programming.
• Collaboration
  • Partner with leaders from Health Services, Health Promotions, the Student Outreach and Resource Center (SOAR), and campus partners to support integrated, multidisciplinary approaches to student well-being and student mental health needs.
  • Build referral networks with community mental health providers to ensure continuity of care for students.
• CARE/Behavioral Intervention Team
  • Serve as a key member of the CARE Team and support the CARE Teams efforts to balance individual needs with the safety and well-being of the broader campus community.
• Assessment and Evaluation
  • Lead assessment efforts, including data collection, analysis, and reporting, to evaluate CAPS programs and inform evidence-based decision-making.
  • Use data to identify service trends, assess the effectiveness of existing programs, and adapt services to meet the evolving mental health needs of the student body.
• Operational Management
  • Oversee administrative functions, including budget management, policy development, and accreditation compliance.
  • Manage and maintain CAPS' electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Staff Supervision and Development
  • Supervise and support a multidisciplinary team of professional staff, graduate assistants, and interns, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
  • Provide ongoing training and support to ensure staff deliver high-quality mental health care aligned with professional ethical standards and Florida licensure requirements.
• Outreach and Consultation
  • Provide training and consultation to faculty, staff, and students on mental health topics.
  • Develop and implement initiatives that enhance the accessibility and responsiveness of CAPS services.
• Direct Clinical Services
  • Provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and consultation.

Minimum Qualifications & Education:

• Masters Degree (M.A., M.S.W., or equivalent) in a mental health-related discipline.
• Advanced clinical training and leadership preparation (Ph.D./Psy.D.) or comparable leadership and clinical experience (Masters level).
• Current Florida licensure or eligibility for licensure through endorsement is required.
• Must demonstrate active clinical licensure in another state, with evidence of clinical practice for at least three of the last five years, and complete Florida-specific coursework (e.g., laws, rules, and HIV/AIDS training).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D., Psy.D.
• Experience addressing systemic barriers to care, such as socioeconomic inequities or historical trauma, through culturally informed programs and services.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills that foster collaboration across diverse campus communities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that expand access to mental health services, enhance campus well-being, and foster a student-centered care environment that ensures accessibility for all students.
• Demonstrated success in providing mental health services that are sensitive to the varied backgrounds, life experiences, and needs of a diverse student population, including those who may encounter barriers to care.
• Experience leading assessment efforts and using data to inform programs that advance access and equity.

Work Environment:

• Campus-based, front-facing position, working in an office environment.
• Work requires visual strain and the use of a computer.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as appropriate for business needs.

Instructions to Applicants:

To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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

Benefits & Perks:

• 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
• 10 Days - Paid Holidays
• 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More

Additional Perks:

• Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station
• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
• Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
• College Bookstore Discounts
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More

Rollins offers a competitive salary of high $70s annually, along with our generous full-time benefits package. Click here to review our full benefits package.

Our Service
Excellence Philosophy:

At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience.

Click here to learn more about our commitment to Service Excellence at Rollins College

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit click here. Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to humanresources@rollins.edu | 407.646.2102.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Service Months:

12

Advertised: 06 Mar 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:

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