Assistant Director, Counseling Services/Wellness Center at University of South Florida Libraries
Date: 1 hour ago
City: Saint Petersburg, FL
Contract type: Full time
Saint Petersburg, FL, United States
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This position is a part of Counseling Services within the Wellness Center on the University of South Florida's St. Petersburg campus. This position will assist in the management of clinical counseling operations and counseling delivery systems, and will report to the Director of Counseling Services/Associate Director for the Wellness Center. Position will be responsible for providing mental health services to the USF St. Petersburg campus and providing operational oversight of the Counseling Center. In addition, this position will provide direct clinical service to students, outreach and consultation services to the campus community, and clinical consultation/supervision of counseling staff and trainees. The successful candidate will value a holistic approach to integrated care, prevention/early intervention efforts, data-driven organizational management, multicultural values/awareness and collaborative campus connections.
Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a terminal degree (PhD or PsychD) and Florida mental health counseling licensure. 5 years of relevant clinical experiences as a licensed psychologist (at least 3 years post licensure) with at least 3 years in higher education counseling centers. Demonstration of both clinical and administrative leadership experience within a collegiate mental health setting. Demonstration of knowledge, skills, awareness in multicultural competence of service delivery and leadership. Experience working in a multidisciplinary setting.
This position may be subject to a level 1 or Level 2 background check.
ADA Accommodations: Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodations in the application process. A request is to be made 5 working days before the accommodation is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead ([email protected]) for more information.
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Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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- Job Identification 42204
- Job Category Academic
- Posting Date 11/26/2025, 07:26 PM
- Apply Before 12/10/2025, 07:26 PM
- Degree Level Doctorate Degree
- Locations 140 7th Avenue South, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701, US
- Hiring Salary 95,000
- Essential Personnel Yes
This position is a part of Counseling Services within the Wellness Center on the University of South Florida's St. Petersburg campus. This position will assist in the management of clinical counseling operations and counseling delivery systems, and will report to the Director of Counseling Services/Associate Director for the Wellness Center. Position will be responsible for providing mental health services to the USF St. Petersburg campus and providing operational oversight of the Counseling Center. In addition, this position will provide direct clinical service to students, outreach and consultation services to the campus community, and clinical consultation/supervision of counseling staff and trainees. The successful candidate will value a holistic approach to integrated care, prevention/early intervention efforts, data-driven organizational management, multicultural values/awareness and collaborative campus connections.
Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
- Providing direct services regarding mental health counseling for campus community (e.g., assessment and referral, crisis intervention, individual/group therapy).
- Providing coordination, oversight, vision, and leadership for counseling services center operations
- Supervising staff and provide training/supervision for mental health trainees
- Developing and implementing quality of care improvement initiatives. Provide clinical and administrative oversight of the Counseling Services medical record keeping systems. Assisting the campus community in the role of crisis management and acting as a liaison of the Counseling Services/Wellness Center.
- Responsible for abiding by state, federal and professional ethical guidelines. Uphold and abide by professional standards and ethics on documentation and case management standards to ensure the Center's compliance with state, national and institutional guidelines regarding confidentiality, privacy, and the provision of treatment as well as record maintenance.
- Providing mental health related outreach, training, and consultation services to the campus community. Providing appropriate training for the Wellness Center staff as needed. Collaborate with Director and or designee on policies pertaining to outreach and trainings to the campus community.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a terminal degree (PhD or PsychD) and Florida mental health counseling licensure. 5 years of relevant clinical experiences as a licensed psychologist (at least 3 years post licensure) with at least 3 years in higher education counseling centers. Demonstration of both clinical and administrative leadership experience within a collegiate mental health setting. Demonstration of knowledge, skills, awareness in multicultural competence of service delivery and leadership. Experience working in a multidisciplinary setting.
- A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
This position may be subject to a level 1 or Level 2 background check.
ADA Accommodations: Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodations in the application process. A request is to be made 5 working days before the accommodation is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead ([email protected]) for more information.
About Us
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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