Associate Director, Student Wellness Programs

Overview The Associate Director, Student Wellness Programs for the New York Medical College ("NYMC") Office of Student Mental Health & Wellness ("OSMHW") is a dynamic, experienced, and student-focused counseling professional who serves in a leadership role within a central student support unit serving more than 2,000 students across NYMC's Schools of Medicine, Dental Medicine, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, and School of Health Sciences and Practice. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Mental Health & Wellness, the Associate Director ("AD") supports the day-to-day operations and management of the OSMHW, including staff supervision and departmental initiatives that promote student success and well-being. The OSMHW team is committed to fostering student success through comprehensive mental health and wellness services and creating a culture of health and well-being across the student community. Responsibilities Under the direction of, and in collaboration with the Associate Vice Chancellor of SMHW, the Associate Director, Student Wellness Programs will perform the following duties and responsibilities: Administrative and Clinical Deliver short-term individual therapy; conduct needs-based assessments, including triage and clinical consultation; coordinate treatment with other professionals; and provide referrals to community-based providers, as appropriate. Supervise one or more direct reports, including LCSWs and/or counseling or social work interns, providing clinical supervision, performance feedback, mentorship, and support for professional development. Assist the AVC in the administrative oversight of the office's counseling services and wellness programs. Serve as the primary point of contact for all new referrals, overseeing intake, assessment, and the timely assignment of cases to appropriate internal and/or community mental health providers. Provide clinical oversight of high-risk cases in accordance with clinical protocols, institutional policies, and best practices for student safety and continuity of care. Anticipate staffing needs and coordinate clinical coverage during vacations, leaves, and vacancies to ensure continuity of care and timely access to services consistent with student demand. Assess the utilization, effectiveness, and impact of campus mental health initiatives and wellness programs through quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods. Provide culturally responsive and affirming clinical services to students from diverse backgrounds and with intersecting identities. Maintain strict adherence to FERPA, HIPAA, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements. Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Mental Health & Wellness. Represent the Office of Student Mental Health & Wellness at interdisciplinary committees, workgroups, and meetings (approximately 6 to 8 per month). Collaborate effectively with Deans, Health…