Seeking a Dynamic and Innovative Counseling and Health Promotion Leader
Senior Director for Counseling and Psychiatric Services and the Fontaine Center
The University of Georgia (UGA), a premier public research (R1) institution, is excited to begin a national search for the newly re-envisioned role of Senior Director for Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) and the Fontaine Center. This position exemplifies UGA's unwavering dedication to fostering the holistic well-being of its student community by integrating two critical and complementary areas: mental health care and health promotion and prevention education. UGA is seeking a forward-thinking and experienced leader who can champion a bold new vision to address the health and wellness challenges of our time.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate a history of effective leadership and management and a collaborative and strategic approach to their work. This position requires a collective impact lens and the ability to build strong partnerships with colleagues across various departments, especially the University Health Center (UHC), the Division of Student Affairs, and academic units. The successful candidate will showcase their capacity to work effectively with diverse groups, ensuring that services are inclusive and culturally responsive to the needs of a diverse student body. This role presents a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the well-being of UGA's student population and contribute to the University's mission of fostering a supportive and thriving campus community.
Position Summary
The Senior Director for Counseling and Psychiatric Services and the Fontaine Center reports directly to the Executive Director of the University Health Center and serves as a high-level administrative leader for the UHC. The Senior Director will serve as the Chief Mental Health Officer for the UHC and the larger campus community, with the expectation to develop and foster a connection between two key departments within the UHC—(1) CAPS, the primary mental health care provider for UGA students and (2) the Fontaine Center, which provides campus-wide health promotion programming and assessment in the areas of alcohol and other drug misuse prevention and harm reduction strategies, sexual health and sexual violence prevention, nutrition, and wellness coaching. The Fontaine Center is a critical part of UGA's efforts to promote student well-being.
Housed within the Division of Student Affairs, this position serves as a liaison to senior leaders in both Student Affairs and the broader University of Georgia community. As an integral member of the Administrative Staff, the Senior Director will support strategic planning, operational management, and policy development within their departments. This role extends to overseeing services provided to students, managing staffing and personnel matters, offering clinical and administrative supervision, conducting staff training, addressing mental health crises, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. The University Health Center, accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission, places high expectations on maintaining the highest standards of care.
Responsibilities
Administrative Operations (60%):
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