Substance Use Coordinator

Yale Health- Mental Health Education and Outreach

86426BR

Yale Posting Status

CLOSED TO FURTHER APPLICATIONS

University Job Title

Clinical Psychologist, Substance Use

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Leader (27)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Clinical, University Health

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Days/Hours (Other than Standard)

Full-Time; 37.5 HRS; Weekdays 8:30-5:00 Flexible Schedule. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays/recess periods may also be required. Participates in on-call rotation.

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

55 Lock Street
New Haven, CT 06511

Position Focus:

Mental Health and Counseling (MHC) at Yale Health supports undergraduate, graduate, and professional students by providing individual and group psychotherapy as well as psychiatry services to a diverse, talented, and passionate student body of over 14,000 individuals. MHC employs over 70 clinicians consisting of LCSWs, psychologists, and psychiatrists and also provides high quality training to psychiatry residents, psychology post-docs, and post-MSW fellows. MHC is a vibrant and energetic environment that values collaboration and initiative and is looking for candidates who want to be an integral part of the Yale Health community. MHC is part of Yale Health, which is a multidisciplinary health maintenance organization located on the campus of Yale University. The Substance Use Coordinator will ensure that identified Yale College students who are at risk of developing substance use disorders are offered appropriate consultation, education, and treatment.

The Substance Use Coordinator will ensure that identified Yale College students who are at risk of developing substance use disorders are offered appropriate consultation, education, and treatment. The Substance Use Coordinator will provide clinical mental health care to Mental Health and Counseling (MHC) patients, with a focus on primary or co-occurring substance use disorders. The Substance Use Coordinator serves as the primary liaison to the university’s Alcohol and Other Drug Harm Reduction Initiative (AODHRI) to track referrals and follow-up care. The coordinator will also work with Yale College to identify campus trends with regard to substance use and recommended education and outreach needs.

Essential Duties

1. Coordinates with Yale College, Acute Care, and Student Health to receive referrals for students at risk for developing substance use disorders. 2. Schedules and conducts comprehensive substance use assessments for identified students 3. Provides clinical consultation to Mental Health and Counseling staff regarding co-occurring substance use disorders 4. Evaluates, assesses, and modifies psychological treatment plans. 5. Serves as the liaison between MHC and Yale College’s AODHRI  6. Maintains patient charts and reports in compliance with MHC standards. 7. Plans and coordinates the therapeutic activities of individuals or groups. 8. Oversees the development of individual and group psychotherapy plans. 9. Establishes positive relations with patients to administer appropriate treatment. 10. Develop materials, educational programs, and group events for students related to substance use. Coordinates with student groups to create educational programming and events that promote student wellness. 11. Serves as liaison to patients, families, and clinical staff on issues and programs about psychological services. 12. Coordinates with substance use treatment facilities to develop relationships and monitor/manage patient care  13. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Ph.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology; or Psy.D. 5+ years’ experience providing clinical care to patients with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Well-developed problem resolution, counseling, and crisis intervention skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Demonstrated ability providing treatment for a culturally diverse population. Ability to thrive in an energetic and diverse work environment.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Demonstrated ability to work as constructive member of a clinical team.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Skilled in interacting effectively and appropriately with college age populations and international students.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Ability to design and implement workshops and outreach services designed to provide mental health education.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

College counseling center experience. Experience working with college-aged adults. Experience developing and implementing substance use prevention education programs.

Required Licenses or Certifications

Licensure as required in the State of Connecticut.

Weekend Hours Required?

Occasional

Evening Hours Required?

Occasional

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus