Senior Assistant Director, Omaha North

Requisition Number: S_240530 Department: Nebraska College Preparatory Academy-10850 Description of Work: The Nebraska College Preparatory Academy ( NCPA ) seeks a self-motivated and academically-prepared professional to provide mental health counseling, mental health assessments and education to NCPA high school students at Omaha North Magnet High School. The position will be a part of NCPA's wellness team and also be a professionally responsible member of an interdisciplinary Counseling and Psychological Services ( CAPS ) team, providing psychologically informed diagnostic services, treatment, consultation, and education to meet the emotional, educational, and developmental needs of NCPA students. This is a grant-funded position, and some evening and weekend hours are required. The position may be remote due to the need to be in Omaha Public Schools weekly. Determinations on official position location will occur with the supervisor and employee. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See Minimum Required Qualifications: Master's degree plus one (1) year experience providing support for first generation, low income and minority students. Professional work and Educational history will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, public speaking experience, ability to work independently. Considerable knowledge of personality theory, psychopathology, normal and abnormal development, techniques of psychotherapy and factors relating to individual and social development and psychopathology. A strong demonstrated ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with students. Sensitivity, knowledge, and effectiveness in working with a diverse student populations, including ethnic minorities, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender students, international students, and other under-represented groups. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with ethnic and culturally diverse group of students, families and educators at multiple levels including but not limited to parents, community and school leaders, and alumni. Must be eligible to obtain licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner ( LMHP ) in the State of Nebraska. All applicants must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to pass a DMV background check authorizing them to operate university vehicles. Preferred Qualifications: Ideal candidates will be knowledgeable in the Omaha North community. Event planning experience. Supervision experience. Posted Salary: $45,000/yr minimum Job Type: Full-Time About University of Nebraska Lincoln With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives. Connections working at University of Nebraska Lincoln