Description

Position Information

Posting Detail Information

Working Position Title
Associate Director for the Psychological Services Clinic (33735)

Classification
Associate Director

Position Number
00033735

Open Date
08/27/2025

Close Date

Priority Review Date
10/16/2025

Employee Class
Staff

Full-Time/Part Time
Full-Time

FTE
1.00

Position Status
Regular

FLSA
Exempt

Job code
1060SPS03

Union Representation
Non-Union

Union Code
N/A

Unit/Department
Psychology

College/Unit
College of LA&S Dean

Division
Academic Division

Location
PM 409

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.niu.edu/clas/psychology/resources/psc/index.shtml

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

The Department of Psychology at Northern Illinois University ( NIU ) announces an opening for an Associate Director of the Psychological Services Center ( PSC ). Serving as the training clinic for graduate students in the Clinical PhD program and the School Psychology SSP and PhD programs, the PSC provides psychological assessment and evidence-based outpatient therapy services for individuals and families. The PSC serves a diverse range of clients from young children to older adults and a mix of university students/staff and members of the broader community.

NIU's Psychology Department is in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and includes 22 full time faculty members. The Department offers a Specialist degree in School Psychology, as well as PhD degree specializations in the following areas: clinical, cognitive, developmental, industrial-organizational, neuroscience, school, and social. The Clinical Psychology program has been continually accredited by APA since 1972. While all students gain training in behavioral and cognitive-behavioral approaches, students have the opportunity to pursue a focus in child clinical/developmental or trauma psychology within the clinic. The APA accredited and NASP approved School Psychology programs train students who go onto become educationally licensed school psychologists and professionally licensed psychologists.

Position Summary

The Associate Director will facilitate the direction and operations of the Psychological Services Center ( PSC ), the in-house training clinic with the Department of Psychology. Working together with the director and the office manager, the Associate Director will be a licensed clinician capable of providing high-quality intensive supervision for graduate students, as well as providing drop-in support for students within the PSC . The Associate Director will also be integral to case supervision throughout the year, demonstrate a commitment upholding NIU and the Clinical and School Psychology program's commitment to providing access to high-quality mental health services to an underserved and diverse population.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administration of Clinic

• Maintains security of and train others in protected health information.
• Monitors staff caseloads and assign new cases.
• Co-creates new clinic policy and assist with managing the clinic budget.
• Creates didactic experiences for graduate student clinicians.

Teaching and Supervision

• Provides primary supervision for students working within the Psychological Services Center in evidence-based treatments.
• Ensures that diversity and inclusion are considered in all clinical activities.
• Provides general clinic emergency coverage for outpatient hours when the PSC is open.
• Teaches specialized courses in Psychology.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

N/A

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

1. A Master's (M.A. or M.S.) in Psychology or related field.
2. Demonstrated teaching experience at the graduate level.
3. Current professional license in their current state jurisdiction of practice. If licensed outside of Illinois, must be license-eligible in Illinois and licensed in Illinois within 6 months of hire date.
4. Demonstrated experience working with diverse clients.
5. Knowledge and preparation in clinical supervision.

Additional Requirements (SPS)

n/a

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

1. A Doctorate in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA -accredited program and completion of an APA -accredited internship.
2. Current, unrestricted licensed clinical psychologist license in their current state of jurisprudence.
3. Two years of experience and strong interest in providing clinical supervision to graduate student clinicians.
4. Demonstrated commitment to incorporation of aspects of context in working with a diverse client population.
5. Previous experience in providing and supervising teletherapy.
6. Knowledge and skills in evidence-based trauma interventions, anxiety interventions, or assessment across the lifespan.

Physical demands/requirements

N/A

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date
To be Determined

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year
1.00

Standard Hours Per Week
37.50

Working Hours
Varies on departmental need

Salary
$88,000.08 - $92,000.16 annually; NIU offers a robust benefits package.

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range
$3,666.67 - $3,833.34 per pay period

Earn Type
Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

For full consideration, please visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/85744 to submit the following materials by 10/16/25:

Required Documents:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three letters of recommendation
• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)

Applications submitted after 10/16/25are welcomed but will be considered as needed.

Special Instructions

N/A

Quick Link to Applicant
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/85744

Is Background Check Required?
Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
[email protected]
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at [email protected] .

Safety Information

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Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report .
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Letter of Interest
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. List of at least 3 Professional References
4. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)

Optional Documents

1. Other

Supplemental Questions

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