| Assistant Director of Mental Health Promotion | |||||
|
Company: Grinnell College Location: Grinnell, IA Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 03/19/2026 Expire Date: 05/19/2026 Job Categories: Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration |
|||||
| Job Description | |||||
|
Assistant Director of Mental Health Promotion Grinnell College is seeking a dynamic and collaborative leader to serve as Assistant Director of Mental Health Promotion within our Student Health and Wellness (SHAW) center. This role contributes to an integrated care model within SHAW, combining clinical service delivery with campus-wide programming, assessment, and collaboration. Working closely with the Assistant Director of Health Promotion, this position leads mental health promotion strategies, supervises peer educators, and provides consultation to campus partners. The role is responsible for implementing inclusive, evidence-informed approaches that strengthen coping skills, increase mental health literacy, reduce stigma, and support early intervention. Grinnell College is a diverse and globally engaged campus that emphasizes social responsibility, collective equity, and academic excellence. The Assistant Director of Mental Health Promotion is expected to center equity in all aspects of their role and plays a central role in creating a safe, affirming environment at SHAW where students can meet their needs and goals. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and evaluate campus-wide wellness initiatives, including workshops, trainings, and prevention campaigns using assessments to show outcome and guide planning Co-lead the multidisciplinary Wellness Task Force to support strategies that advance individual and community mental well-being Oversee and support a robust peer education program. This includes recruitment, training, and supervision of Health Promotion Assistants and Sexual Health Information Center peer educators Work collaboratively with the departments across campus Develop and sustain strong professional relationships with campus stakeholders, student leaders, and community organizations Provide consultation and leadership across campus in areas such as, but not limited to, holistic health, burnout prevention, risk reduction strategies, mental wellness, suicide prevention efforts, and social connectedness promotion Collect and analyze wellness-related data to better understand and assess the needs of Grinnell College campus community Contribute to SHAWs development of strategic initiatives Hold a small clinical caseload which could include on-going individual counseling, triage, care management/consultation, and, if desired, group counseling Complete diagnoses, treatment plans, and standardized assessments consistent with professional standards Provide consultation to faculty, staff, and administrators regarding mental health concerns Maintain timely, accurate, and organized records Maintain compliance with operational policies and procedures, and applicable ethical and legal standards, including HIPAA and FERPA Some scheduling flexibility is required. Occasional outreach and programmatic events may require work outside of standard hours Minimum Qualifications Masters or PhD/PsyD Degree in social work or counseling/clinical psychology or equivalent Licensed, or eligible to become licensed within one year of hire, to provide mental health services in the State of Iowa Minimum three years of relevant professional experience Demonstrated experience with outreach, prevention, and community programming Champions Diversity Equity and Inclusion Preferred Qualifications Clinical specialty and experience in one or more of the following areas: collegiate mental health, suicide prevention & crisis intervention, harm reduction, alcohol/substance use, sex positivity, eating disorders, body image healing, multicultural counseling, inclusive sexual and reproductive well-being, and sexual & relationship health/violence prevention Contact Information
Website: https://jobs.grinnell.edu...
Company Description: About Grinnell College Since its founding in 1846, Grinnell has become one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges, enrolling 1,700 students from all 50 states and from as many international countries. Grinnell's rigorous academic program emphasizes excellence in education for students in the liberal arts; the college offers the B.A. degree in a range of departments across the humanities, arts, sciences, and social studies. Grinnell has a strong tradition of social responsibility and action, and self-governance and personal responsibility are key components of campus life. More information about Grinnell College is available at www.grinnell.edu. | |||||
Job Seeker Tools
| • | Latest Jobs |
| • | Job Seeker Tools |
| • | Your Saved Jobs |
| • | Build Your Professional Profile |
Members Get Hired!
Similar Jobs
PetSmart
Retail Sales Associate Part Time in Ankeny, IA
Retail Sales Associate Part Time in Ankeny, IA
PetSmart
Pet Trainer in Davenport, IA
Pet Trainer in Davenport, IA
Best Buy
Retail Warehouse Associate in West Des Moines, IA
Retail Warehouse Associate in West Des Moines, IA
PetSmart
Pet Groomer in Clive, IA
Pet Groomer in Clive, IA
Best Buy
Retail Warehouse Associate in Ankeny, IA
Retail Warehouse Associate in Ankeny, IA
PetSmart
Pet Bather in Cedar Rapids, IA
Pet Bather in Cedar Rapids, IA
PetSmart
Pet Groomer Trainee in Davenport, IA
Pet Groomer Trainee in Davenport, IA
Featured Employers
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Featured Jobs & Internships
About Radnor Township School District
Dual Certified Middle School Teacher for the 2026 2027 School Year in Wayne, PA
About Radnor Township School District
Elementary Teacher Position for the 2026 2027 School Year in Wayne, PA
About Radnor Township School District
Long Term Substitute Elementary Teacher for the 2026 2027 school year in Wayne, PA
Grinnell College
Residence Life Coordinator in Grinnell, IA
FPWA
Fiscal Policy Analyst in New York City, NY
FPWA
Policy Operations Associate in New York City, NY
Grinnell College
Assistant Director of Mental Health Promotion in Grinnell, IA
Front Range Community College
Faculty, Veterinary Technology in Fort Collins, CO
Hunter College
Lecturer Doctoral Schedule - The Department of Physical Therapy in New York City, NY
Levitt Family Foundation
Operations Intern in Los Angeles, CA
Levitt Family Foundation
Communications Intern in Los Angeles, CA
State of Connecticut, Executive Branch
Buildings And Grounds Patrol Officer in Rocky Hill, CT
Waters Corporation
Senior Technical Representative in Indianapolis, IN
State of Connecticut, Executive Branch
Secretary 1 in Middletown, CT
State of Connecticut, Executive Branch
Pharmacy Technician (37.5 Hour) in Middletown, CT
About Radnor Township School District
Dual Certified Middle School Teacher for the 2026 2027 School Year in Wayne, PA
About Radnor Township School District
Elementary Teacher Position for the 2026 2027 School Year in Wayne, PA
About Radnor Township School District
Long Term Substitute Elementary Teacher for the 2026 2027 school year in Wayne, PA
Grinnell College
Residence Life Coordinator in Grinnell, IA
FPWA
Fiscal Policy Analyst in New York City, NY
FPWA
Policy Operations Associate in New York City, NY
Grinnell College
Assistant Director of Mental Health Promotion in Grinnell, IA
Front Range Community College
Faculty, Veterinary Technology in Fort Collins, CO
Hunter College
Lecturer Doctoral Schedule - The Department of Physical Therapy in New York City, NY
Levitt Family Foundation
Operations Intern in Los Angeles, CA
Levitt Family Foundation
Communications Intern in Los Angeles, CA
State of Connecticut, Executive Branch
Buildings And Grounds Patrol Officer in Rocky Hill, CT
Waters Corporation
Senior Technical Representative in Indianapolis, IN
State of Connecticut, Executive Branch
Secretary 1 in Middletown, CT
State of Connecticut, Executive Branch
Pharmacy Technician (37.5 Hour) in Middletown, CT
Subscribe!
Follow Us!
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |