Associate Director​/Training Director, Counseling Services

Job Description:

Berklee is seeking an experienced and compassionate mental health professional to join our Health and Wellness team as Associate Director/Training Director of Counseling Services. This position plays a vital leadership role in supporting the emotional well-being and creative potential of our diverse, artistically driven student community.

Reporting to the Director of Counseling & Advocacy Services, the Associate Director provides clinical and administrative leadership, supervises professional and trainee staff, and ensures that students receive timely, culturally responsive, and high-quality mental health care. This is a collaborative, hands-on role for a clinician who thrives in a dynamic environment that values creativity, innovation, and student-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Director will:

* Provide clinical supervision to staff and trainees, ensuring excellence in care and alignment with ethical and professional standards.

* Lead triage and crisis response services, coordinating care with hospitals, community providers, and internal teams.

* Support the Director in managing counseling operations, data reporting, budget preparation, and quality assurance.

* Partner with campus stakeholders to promote mental health awareness and prevention through workshops, consultation, and outreach.

* Serve as a member of the CARES and behavioral intervention teams to respond to acute student needs.

* Recruit, train, and mentor staff and interns, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.

* Support the integration of technology and data systems to enhance service delivery and access.

What Berklee is Looking For

The ideal candidate brings clinical expertise, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to equity and inclusion. They have:

* Experience in higher education or college counseling is strongly preferred.

* LICSW (strongly preferred), PhD/PsyD psychologist, LMFT or LMHC with current licensure in Massachusetts or upon hire.

* 3-5 years of experience providing clinical supervision to trainees or staff in a mental health setting.

* Strong crisis intervention and diagnostic skills, particularly with college-aged populations.

* Demonstrated multicultural excellence in working with students of color, first-generation, LGBTQ+, and international students.

* Leadership experience and the ability to build collaborative partnerships across a campus community.

* Familiarity with electronic medical records, mental health platforms, and Boston-area care networks.

Why Berklee?

Berklee is a global leader in contemporary music and performing arts education, home to a vibrant, inclusive community of artists, educators, and professionals. Working here means:

* Contributing to a mission-driven, student-centered institution that values creativity, equity, and innovation.

* Helping students navigate challenges and reach their full artistic and personal potential.

* Collaborating with colleagues who are passionate about student success and holistic wellness.

* Enjoying a culture that supports flexibility, professional growth, and work-life balance.

* Access to comprehensive benefits, including:
Health, dental, and vision coverage, generous time-off policies, tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement planning resources, wellness programs and family support, and opportunities to attend concerts, performances, and creative programming on campus.

If you're a clinician and leader who believes in the power of creativity, collaboration, and compassionate care, Berklee invites you to apply and make a meaningful impact on our students' lives.

Hiring Range: $95,000 to $115,000; salary dependent on relevant experience and education.

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Some evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required. Counselors may be expected to serve on-call in various capacities, generally within the business work day hours (9-5). As an exempt, salaried employee, availability is required for occasional evening and weekend hours for preplanned events (e.g., Orientation/Check-in Days, Parent/Family Weekend, Open House Accepted Students, Opening Day, etc.) and unplanned needs (e.g. community outreach, staff availability during campus/student emergencies, etc.).

While not prohibited, applicants should carefully consider these expectations before beginning or maintaining a private practice; or accepting or maintaining other part-time employment before accepting an offer of employment at Berklee.

Hybrid Work Environment

Our team operates in a hybrid model that flexes with the college schedule. Employees should expect to work primarily in person at the start of each semester. When classes are in session, the role includes one remote day per week. During lower-demand periods (e.g., breaks and summer), the role includes two remote days per week, subject to departmental discretion.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise,…