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Assistant Director of Outreach and Community Engagement

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
May 09, 2026
Assistant Director of Outreach and Community Engagement Assistant Director of Outreach and Community Engagement Hiring Department: UIC Counseling Center Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1040760 Posting Close Date: June 5, 2026 Salary Range: $105,000 - $125,000 We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Assistant Director of Outreach, Community Engagement and Clinical Coordination position involves direct service to UIC students (brief counseling/psychotherapy, group therapy, case management, and outreach programming), consultation and liaison to faculty/staff/students, and the participation in supervision and training of Counseling Center postdocs, interns, and externs. This position will have important liaison responsibilities with all UIC departments to support the development of inclusive, preventative mental health initiatives, builds collaborative partnerships across campus and community systems, and expands access to care by connecting diverse populations with supportive resources and programming. This involves continuing and expanding the work of: 1) fostering connections for students to mental health services and supports, 2) creating new spaces and programs that support mental health and well-being, and 3) oversee outreach programming, supervise and train staff or peer. Duties & Responsibilities Oversight of administrative areas as needed within the Counseling Center, which may include but are not limited to, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), Group Therapies, Mind/Body Services, Peer Support Programs, Case Management, and Psychoeducation/Outreach. Assist with providing case management and coordination of the center's clinical services, including intake/assessment, short-term individual and group counseling, referral and follow-up, consultation, and crisis intervention to support continuity of care. Assist with developing, maintaining, and monitoring the clinical case management infrastructure, including coverage schedules, workflows, and electronic medical record (EMR) processes to support timely access and coordination of services. Assist with evaluating and monitoring clinical and case management services provided by the Counseling Center, including maintaining and updating the Policies and Procedures Manual to reflect best practices in coordinated mental health care. Support in the administrative and functional supervision of staff, including Office Assistants, with attention to roles that support case flow, client access, and service coordination. Support the AD of Outreach and Community Engagement in ensuring full compliance with mental health ethical standards, including maintaining confidential client records, data integrity, and adherence to all PA licensure and regulatory requirements. Support in managing the Counseling Center's electronic record system (Titanium and REDCap), including accurate collection of clinical and case management data, quality assurance of documentation, and use of records and statistics to inform service planning, decision-making, and coordination with university partners. Engage in needs assessment and service outcome evaluation to support effective case management practices, clinical interventions, and student retention in care. Serve on Divisional and University committees as appropriate, contributing a mental health case management perspective to campus-wide initiatives. Build multicultural competency by intentionally supporting an inclusive climate within the Counseling Center, the Division of Student Affairs, and the UIC community, with attention to equitable access to care and culturally responsive case management. Review leave requests and reports and conduct yearly performance reviews, with consideration of staff capacity, caseload balance, and service delivery needs. Maintain electronic case records of clinical care and related correspondence for students on an individual clinical caseload. Collaborate to optimize reporting functions for case tracking, utilization, and statistical analysis. Monitor trends in service utilization, diagnostic presentations, referral needs, and session frequency to inform treatment planning and case management decisions. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Licensed in the state of Illinois at the highest level in the mental health field (Psychologist, LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT ONLY). LPC and LSW licenses do NOT meet minimum qualifications and will NOT be considered for employment. A minimum of one year of clinical experience post-licensure. A minimum of one year of prior administrative experience. A minimum of two years of experience in the provision of direct clinical supervision. Demonstrated experience and ability to work as part of a highly cohesive and interdisciplinary team. Experience with and commitment to working with clients from diverse backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a university counseling center is strongly preferred. At least two years of clinical experience post-licensure. Previous experience with coordinating specific service areas (i.e., DEIB, Group Therapies, etc.) Experience in the provision of direct clinical supervision for at least three years. Training and experience providing psychological services to graduate, professional, and undergraduate students which includes providing services to persons of color, international students, non-traditional students, veterans, students with disabilities and LGBTQA+ students desirable. Demonstrated experience and facility with an electronic records management system, databases, and other technology to aid in the provision of clinical services and administration. Ability to conduct counseling in a language other than English. Applications from qualified individuals who can add to the rich diversity of our clinical staff and help us meet the mental health needs of our multiculturally diverse student population are strongly encouraged. For consideration, you must submit an online application that includes an uploaded cover letter, resume/CV, and the contact information of three professional references by June 5th, 2026. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit A minimum of one year of clinical experience post-licensure. A minimum of one year of prior administrative experience. A minimum of two years of experience in the provision of direct clinical supervision. Demonstrated experience and ability to work as part of a highly cohesive and interdisciplinary team. Experience with and commitment to working with clients from diverse backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a university counseling center is strongly preferred. At least two years of clinical experience post-licensure. Previous experience with coordinating specific service areas (i.e., DEIB, Group Therapies, etc.) Experience in the provision of direct clinical supervision for at least three years. Training and experience providing psychological services to graduate, professional, and undergraduate students which includes providing services to persons of color, international students, non-traditional students, veterans, students with disabilities and LGBTQA+ students desirable. Demonstrated experience and facility with an electronic records management system, databases, and other technology to aid in the provision of clinical services and administration. Ability to conduct counseling in a language other than English. Applications from qualified individuals who can add to the rich diversity of our clinical staff and help us meet the mental health needs of our multiculturally diverse student population are strongly encouraged. For consideration, you must submit an online application that includes an uploaded cover letter, resume/CV, and the contact information of three professional references by June 5th, 2026. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19650?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-f140fff7dddc4c4b832e7e8f89ed3a10