POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Eating Disorder Specialist (Psychologist, Social Worker, or Mental Health Counselor) will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to lead the University Counseling Center’s work with students presenting with body image and eating concerns. Additionally, this clinician will contribute to the overall work of the UCC by providing drop-in triage assessment services, psychoeducational/skill building workshops, risk assessments and crisis intervention services, and consultation and outreach services to the University community.
Clinical Services and Crisis Intervention
- Provides triage assessments and manages a clinical caseload of students presenting with a broad range of psychological concerns and diagnoses with a primary emphasis on the treatment of body image, disordered eating, and eating disorders through short-term evidence based individual and group counseling.
- Coordinates all UCC eating disorder treatment services, including the design, implementation, reporting, and evaluation of services.
- Manages crisis situations, conducts risk assessments, and facilitates hospitalizations as needed.
- Provides after-hours emergency coverage for 3 - 4 weeks per calendar year.
Campus Collaboration
- Leads the multi-disciplinary Eating Disorder Consultation Team in developing comprehensive treatment plans and recommendations for students with eating disorders.
- Collaborates with campus partners to design psychoeducational programming for students and the campus on topics of body image, eating concerns, and mental health and wellness.
- Participates as an integral member of the Division of Student Affairs and Student Health and Wellness area and provides consultation to members of the University community related to student mental health and well-being.
ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME
About the University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame is one of America’s leading undergraduate teaching institutions, and is at the forefront in
research and scholarship. The University has a tradition and is committed to educating our students
holistically, endeavoring to develop a sense of community and responsibility that prepares students to
make positive change in the world. The University is also committed to engaging and serving the local
South Bend community. At Notre Dame, staff are provided with an environment where they are both
challenged and supported.
About the Division of Student Affairs
Guided by the University’s Catholic, Holy Cross mission, the Division of Student Affairs promotes the
holistic education of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students so that all may flourish at the
University of Notre Dame and beyond. Through our shared work, services, and partnerships, we seek to
honor individual experiences and foster a sense of belonging; deepen engagement in faith; and cultivate
meaningful relationships that empower students and enable them to develop in mind, body, and spirit. We
aspire to serve as trusted resources for students, helping connect them with information regarding
residential life, extracurricular interests, and discovering—and planning for—their future. Prospective staff
are encouraged to review our Strategic Plan (https://studentaffairs.nd.edu/about/strategic-plan/) and watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlO3KURm-00) to learn more.
For more information about the University Counseling Center please visit our website: https://ucc.nd.edu/