Job Details

Clinical Director-Counseling Services

Position Number: 6271118
Location: Cheney, WA
Position Type: Counseling

Clinical Director-Counseling Services

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the regions polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelors and masters degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 24-25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place-the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:

The Clinical Director for Counseling Services oversees counseling department operations,

implements strategic initiatives, and ensures compliance with university policies and

accreditation requirements. The Clinical Director will lead and direct a team focused on

meeting the emotional needs of students in the counseling center. Reporting to the Senior

Director for Counseling & Wellness Services, the Clinical Director ensures adherence to

legal, ethical, and risk management standards through proactive supervision, policy

enforcement, and case consultation. As a leader in the Student Affairs Division, the Clinical

Director is expected to maintain and encourage a professional, collaborative, and solutions-

oriented approach to student support and development.

This position supervises psychological counselors (Masters level staff) and counseling

psychologists (Doctoral level staff).

Responsible for clinical supervision of unlicensed staff and graduate student interns when

needed. Supervisory responsibilities include: hiring, training, coaching, supervising,

leading, and evaluating staff; problem solving; communicating expectations; monitoring

progress and outcomes; facilitating professional development goals; and preemptively

preventing personal and university liability of negative outcomes by staff and/or trainees.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $85,000(minimum) up to $120,110. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on June 20, 2025.A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

Required Qualifications:

Masters degree in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, counselor education, social work or a relevant mental health discipline from a regionally-accredited institution of higher education.
Minimum of five years experience as a counselor
At least one year of experience supervising staff
Meets requirements and is designated as a Washington State Approved Supervisor
Licensed in the State of Washington
Evidence of a supervised internship, supervised field placement, or equivalent, as part of the requirement for the degree, which included clinical assessment, counseling and crisis intervention, preferably with a diverse college-age population
Knowledgeable in various counseling disciplines and licensures, including LMHC, LP, MSW, and LMFT, as well as the specific requirements and practices of our center.
Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively and at a level expected of a senior staff position in written and oral communications.
Demonstrated maturity in leadership and decision-making
Demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference is given to a candidate with a doctoral degree

Other Skills and Abilities:

This position supervises psychological counselors (Masters level staff) and counseling psychologists (Doctoral level staff).
Responsible for clinical supervision of unlicensed staff and graduate student interns when needed. Supervisory responsibilities include: hiring, training, coaching, supervising, leading, and evaluating staff; problem solving; communicating expectations; monitoring progress and outcomes; facilitating professional development goals; and preemptively preventing personal and university liability of negative outcomes by staff and/or trainees.

Job Duties:
Leadership and Supervision:

Lead and oversee counseling department programs and initiatives, ensuring effective delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
Serve as the primary clinical expert within the department and across the campus, providing guidance and support regarding student mental health.
Budgetary oversight for the counseling department budget, allocates resources, and aligns financial planning with institutional priorities.
Oversee and delegate the clinical responsibilities of counselors and conduct regular reviews of clinical records, including monitoring the quality of treatment provided to clients.
Monitor and ensure the accuracy, compliance, and quality of all clinical documentation, including entries within the electronic health record system.
Prepare and submit all required clinical reports, including the IACS annual report, in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Ensure that counselors adhere to professional standards and expectations as they provide services to EWU students. This includes supervising preemptively to prevent potential personal and university liability for adverse outcomes by staff and trainees.
Remain current on trends and issues in collegiate mental health, including legal, ethical, and therapeutic developments, and provide staff with timely updates as necessary.
Hire, train, coach, supervise, lead, and evaluate professional staff and clinical interns or practicum students.
Facilitate professional development opportunities and support counselors in creating personalized growth plans to enhance their skills and expertise.
Address complex clinical issues in the treatment of high-risk clients, unimproved clients, treatment failures and critical incidents.
Develop and administer policies and procedures for counseling center operations.
Identify quality assurance and risk management issues and strategies to mitigate.
Promote the counseling centers culture of understanding and sensitivity of issues related to diverse populations.
Assure the counseling center is meeting requirements of IACS accreditation.
Oversee and manage requests for client records, subpoenas, and other legal documents in compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Percent of Time: 50

Counseling:

Provide individual and group counseling for students who are experiencing psychological, social, academic or other difficulties that interfere with their ability to succeed academically.
Provide risk assessment services, including suicidal and homicidal risk, for the purpose of retention, individual and campus safety, and to minimize university liability, while ensuring that legal and ethical standards are being met.
Provide assessment and interventions for a wide range of psychological disorders and developmental problems. Individual, couples and group counseling.
Provide consultative services to individuals and groups associated with Eastern Washington University, through scheduled and extemporaneous means, around issues pertaining to the psychological well-being of members of the university community.
Provide crisis intervention services to the university community (including after-hours services for constituents, as necessary, through effective consultation, triage and referral).
Maintain a positive, helpful, constructive attitude and work relationship with the supervisor, college staff, students, and the community.

Percent of Time: 30

Strategic Planning, Collaboration, and Assessment:

Leads mental health policy development and crisis response in collaboration with senior leadership, faculty, and student affairs.
Develop and oversee operations for the strategic delivery of campus behavioral/mental health service in Cheney and at Catalyst.
Serve on university-wide and/or divisional committees, including the Student Affairs Thought Leadership Group.
Collaborate with campus partners (ex. Dean of Students, Student Accommodations and Support Services) to holistically support students.
Develop and maintain a set of assessment processes that help determine if counseling department programming and services meet student needs and aid retention of students at EWU.
Gather, analyze, and report data associated with college student mental health and the treatment/satisfaction of students at the center.
Act as a champion for counseling services and support on campus and within the CWS department.
Other duties/projects as assigned.

Percent of Time: 20
Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Employment:https://inside.ewu.edu/policies/knowledge-base/ewu-406-01-exempt-employment/

After starting employment, employees will complete required training. Online training can be accessed at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on our Human Resources site: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Salary Information:

The salary for this position is $85,000 (minimum) up to $210,110. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

Posting Date: 05/30/2025
Open Until Further Notice: No
Closing Date: 6/19/2025
Screening to Begin: June 20, 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/13659